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Mork’s collection of early, raw, unfiltered demo tracks ‘Rota Til Ondskap’ gets first official CD release on Peaceville


Mork’s Rota Til Ondskap is a collection of raw, unfiltered demo tracks that pay homage to the pioneers of Norwegian black metal. Originally recorded in 2007, these early and primal works capture the formative stages of Thomas Eriksen’s creative vision for Mork, embodying the raw energy and atmosphere that would define the band’s sound.

Previously available only on vinyl and bootleg CD release, Rota Til Ondskap now sees its first official CD release through Peaceville. Drawing inspiration from black metal icons, Eriksen’s compositions channel the spirit of the genre’s early days. The release is characterised by his distinctive take on black metal riffing, twisted melodic passages and an atmosphere of thick, hellish chaos. 

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Polish Black Metal Icons PATRIARKH, Formerly Batushka, Reveal Official Music Video for “ВЕРШАЛИН IV“


Polish black metal icons PATRIARKH (formerly Batushka) embark on a dark and ominous pilgrimage as they unveil the next single from the upcoming concept album, ПРОРОК ИЛИЯ (Lat. PROROK ILJA), out on January 3, 2025 via Napalm Records. Accompanied by an official music video, the new song, entitled “ВЕРШАЛИН IV” (Lat.  WIERSZALIN IV), weaves the sacred-inspired vocals of Eliza Sacharczuk with liturgical melodies, building into a storm of dark choirs and unforgettably intense harsh vocals.

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Polish Black Metal Icons PATRIARKH, Formerly Batushka, to Release New Album, ПРОРОК ИЛИЯ


Polish black metal icons PATRIARKH (formerly Batushka) return with a clear and fresh vision as they unveil their new concept album, ПРОРОК ИЛИЯ (Lat. PROROK ILJA), out on January 3, 2025. The Napalm Records debut unveils eight new compositions and immerses the listener in the true story of Eliasz Klimowicz, the titular Prophet Ilja, set in the 1930s and 40s. Following the success of their critically acclaimed album, Hospodi (2019), and relentless touring around the globe, the new band looks towards a bright future! Firmly grounded in Eastern Orthodox traditions and music, PATRIARKH blends black and doom metal with haunting, dark religious concepts.

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PATRIARKH, Formerly Batushka, Unveil Brand-New Band Name


Founded in 2018 by mastermind and lead vocalist Bartłomiej “Варфоломей” Krysiuk and propelled by their critically acclaimed album, Hospodi, and relentless touring around the globe, the Polish Orthodox black metal icons formerly known as Batushka have revealed their brand-new band name – PATRIARKH!

Originally founded by Krzysztof Drabikowski in 2015, Batushka released their successful first album, Litourgiya, with vocals handled by Bartłomiej “Варфоломей” Krysiuk. Three years later, the band split up and both parties decided to keep going with the same name, until a legal dispute resulted in Krysiuk recently changing his band’s name.

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NECRODEATH: Italian black-thrash metal trailblazers announce breakup, final album and farewell tour


Italian black-thrash metal trailblazers NECRODEATH have today announced their intention to break up after one final album and a farewell tour in 2025.

Throughout the next 18 months the band will celebrate 40 years of existence by releasing a new full-length album via Time To Kill Records and by heading out on a tour that’s purported to be their last one ever.

Frontman Flegias commented: “Following a prolific career and hundreds of concerts, we decided to stop here to make room for new up and coming acts and enjoy a well-deserved rest. We are aware that we are delivering bad news to our most loyal fans, but this should also please those who always said we should have broken up after the first demo tape. We will say goodbye with one last album and a series of concerts that will last from January to December 2025”.

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