TAAKE / DEATHCULT · Jaertegn | BLACK 10" LP

Black vinyl with printed inner sleeve in standard cover. Includes poster. Limited to 777 copies.

Background information about 'Jaertegn'

When Norwegian black metal titans Taake join forces with German atmospheric black metal purists Deathcult, the result is nothing short of devastating. "Jaertegn" represents a perfect collision of Nordic frost and Teutonic darkness, showcasing both bands at their most ferocious and atmospheric heights. Taake delivers their signature blend of traditional Norwegian black metal with folk-tinged melodies that have made them legends in the scene, while Deathcult contributes their haunting, ritualistic approach to the genre.

The split opens with Taake's "Slagmark" and "Ravnajuv", two compositions that exemplify Hoest's masterful songwriting – razor-sharp tremolo picking intertwined with melancholic melodies that speak directly to the soul of black metal. Deathcult answers with "Der Würger" and "Black Arts", tracks that showcase their ability to create dense, suffocating atmospheres while maintaining the raw aggression that defines true black metal. This collaboration proves that when underground legends unite, the results transcend mere musical partnership to become essential listening for any serious devotee of the genre.

For fans of:
Darkthrone, Satyricon, Mayhem, Emperor, Immortal, Gorgoroth, Ulver, Enslaved

Track listing

A1. Taake - Slagmark
A2. Taake - Ravnajuv
B1. Deathcult - Der Würger
B2. Deathcult - Black Arts

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