THORNS - Stigma Diabolicum · HARDCOVER CD ARTBOOK

Hardcover CD Artbook, silver hotfoil embossing on cover, archived photos, band member memoirs, limited to 600 copies.

About the album

Thorns' early work in collaboration with Stigma Diabolicum is celebrated as one of the cornerstones of Norwegian black metal. Featuring pivotal demos like "Luna De Nocturnus" and rehearsal tapes from 1991 alongside Thorns' own "Grymyrk" and "Trøndertun," Snorre Ruch's visionary guitar work crafted a new era in metal music. His genius blended seamlessly with Øystein Aarseth's iconic riffing to birth a sound that resonated worldwide. This artbook edition compiles these influential tracks and enriches them with personal insights from band members, offering a window into the embryonic days of this dark genre.

The deluxe 36-page artbook delves deep into the legacy of this era-defining music. It showcases rare photos and musings from those who lived through its inception, providing a visceral connection to their raw creativity. The album is not just a tribute but an introspective journey back to when black metal was reshaping the musical landscape.

Track listing

1. Aerie Descent
2. Funeral Marches To The Grave
3. Lovely Children
4. Fairytales
5. Fall
6. Thule
7. Home
8. You That Mingle May
9. Into The Promised Land (Rehearsal)
10. Lacus De Luna (Rehearsal)
11. Mare Frigoris
12. Into The Promised Land
13. Lacus De Luna
14. Thule (Rehearsal)
15. Fall (Rehearsal)

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