THANATOS - Four Decades Of Death · BLACK LP+DVD

Black LP with bonus DVD limited to 100 copies.

Background information über 'Four Decades Of Death'

Thanatos, a seminal force in the extreme metal scene and one of the oldest death metal bands from the Netherlands, marks their 40th anniversary with "Four Decades Of Death." This album is a posthumous celebration featuring unreleased tracks from their extensive catalog, providing a sonic journey through the band's storied history. Each track has been meticulously curated to showcase Thanatos' evolution and enduring influence in the genre. The release is complemented by a bonus DVD capturing a multi-camera recording of their final live show at Baroeg Open Air Festival, where they performed in front of 8000 fervent fans.

"Four Decades Of Death" is more than a retrospective; it is an embodiment of Thanatos' relentless passion and musical prowess. The album contains remakes of classics like "A-Thanasia" and "Putrid Existence," alongside newer compositions like "Violent Death Rituals." This collection not only reflects on past achievements but also reaffirms their legacy within death metal. Accompanied by the striking cover art crafted by Toni Hietomaa, this release is a fitting tribute to the band's monumental impact on extreme music.

Track listing

LP
A1. A-Thanasia (2021 Remake, Originally Recorded In 1989)
A2. Putrid Existence (2021 Remake, Originally Written In 1988)
A3. Thou Shalt Rot (2021 Remake, Originally Recorded In 2000)
A4. Tied Up, Sliced Up (2021 New Vocals, Original Recording 1992)
A5. Violent Death Rituals (2018 Studio Demo)
B1. Corporate Indoctrination (2018 Studio Demo)
B2. The Silent War (2018 Studio Demo)
B3. They Feed On Fear (2006 Studio Demo)
B4. Destruction. Chaos. Creation. (2006 Studio Demo)
B5. Justified Genocide (2006 Studio Demo)
B6. March Of The Infidels (2006 Studio Demo)
DVD

1. Intro
2. Dawn Of The Dead
3. The Murder Of Innocence
4. Violent Death Rituals
5. And Jesus Wept
6. Unholy Predators
7. Angelic Encounters
8. Feeding The War Machine
9. Outward Of The Inward
10. Global Purification
11. War
12. Credits

Manufacturer: Agonia Records, P. O. Box 273, 64-920 Pila 1, Poland, Contact: agoniarecords.com