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Black music cassette. About the album "Complete Demos" by Dismember offers a raw and unfiltered glimpse into the sonic evolution of this iconic death metal band. The collection spans three pivotal demos from the late '80s and early '90s, each capturing the fierce energy and uncompromising aggression that would come to define their sound. From the haunting riffs of "Deathevokation" to the relentless pummeling of "Defective Decay," listeners are treated to an unadulterated experience of Dismember's musical genesis. Recorded across various studios in Stockholm, these tracks showcase not only the band's technical prowess but also their ability to craft deeply atmospheric and visceral compositions. The remastered sound breathes new life into these classic recordings while maintaining their original grit and intensity. This release is a testament to Dismember's lasting impact on the death metal scene. With contributions from notable members like Nicke Andersson and Fred Estby, "Complete Demos" is essential for both longtime fans and newcomers alike. The limited edition white cassette format adds an element of exclusivity that collectors will appreciate. As you delve into each track, you're not just listening to music; you're experiencing a piece of death metal history. Track listing A1. Deathevokation A2. Substantually Dead A3. Defective Decay A4. Deranged From Blood A5. Blasphemies Of The Flesh B6. Selfdissection B7. Intro / Dismembered B8. Sickening Art B9. Defective Decay Manufacturer: 375 Media GmbH, Schlachthofstraße 36A, 21079 Hamburg, Germany, Contact: www.backonblack.com

Cassette (black) with 5-pages booklet (300 copies). VEMOD are by no means an average band. The Norwegians exist in the liminal spaces and the crossroads of places. The trio has chiselled their sophomore full-length "The Deepening" from the same sonic granite that its predecessor "Venter på stormene" came from over a decade ago. This bedrock is found in Namsos, where VEMOD were conceived as a lifelong passion project at the turn of the century by then 12-year old Jan Even Åsli. The nearest big city is Trondheim where the fiercely individual local Nidrosian black metal scene, which refers to the city's original name, provided VEMOD with its first point of musical reference as embodied by the first demo "Kringom fjell og skog" (2004). When the Norwegians reemerged seven years later with both the track "Moestæ Qverelæ" on a split-single and the demo "Vinterilden" in 2011, they had considerably changed. The trio had taken a step outside by strengthening elements that have already been present before: a sprinkle of the majesty reminding of early IN THE WOODS..., a dash of melancholia, and a knife tip of introvert contemplation among a wide range of emotional and vivid sonic imagery. VEMOD's musical transition finds comparable parallels in the development of French brothers-in-spirit ALCEST even though there was no direct influence flowing either way. In hindsight, the Norwegians also pioneered such currently popular styles such as blackgaze and post-black metal, although they never subscribed to either. With their debut full-length "Venter på stormene" just a year later in 2012, VEMOD opened their music to new places: A mind-blowing performance at the prestigious Beyond the Gates festival in 2013 and the legendary special show within the national treasure of the Vigeland Mausoleum at Oslo's Inferno Festival 2014 cemented VEMOD's excellent reputation even across the Atlantic. Now, "The Deepening" arrives with a different production, which resulted in a changed overall tone compared to earlier works and the Norwegians also reached out and tapped into new stylistic strata adding further elements to their sound. Even the lyrical themes running through "The Deepening" tell of change, transience, transformation, and growth. "The Deepening" offers an opportunity to look past long held beliefs and comforting illusions. At the crossroads of VEMOD's second album at this point in space and time waits a deepening understanding of their musical world. Tracklist: Mot oss, en ild Der guder dør True North Beckons Fra drømmenes bok I Inn i lysande natt The Deepening About the album "The Deepening" is an atmospheric journey through the realms of black metal that only Vemod can deliver with their signature style. The album opens with "Mot Oss, En Ild," setting a haunting tone that permeates the entire work. Each track weaves intricate melodies with intense riffs, creating a soundscape that's both menacing and mesmerizing. In tracks like "Der Guder Dør" and "True North Beckons," listeners are engulfed in icy atmospheres juxtaposed against fiery rhythms. The closing title track serves as an introspective epilogue to this odyssey, leaving you reflecting on the profound emotions stirred within during its runtime. Track listing A1. Mot Oss, En Ild A2. Der Guder Dør A3. True North Beckons B1. Fra Drømmenes Bok I B2. Inn I Lysande Natt B3. The Deepening Manufacturer: ProMedia GmbH, Im Gartenfeld 1, 54516 Flußbach, Germany, Contact: prophecy.de