Issued in a standard jewel case with clear tray and a 12-page booklet, housed in a O-card. Hype sticker on shrink-wrap.
Track durations are not printed on the release.
[Booklet]
Recorded an mixed during the autumn and winter 2011 and mastered 2012.
The mantra in "The Gathering of Witches" spoken by the witches in the year 1675 (source: Riksarkivet).
"Gastrike" is a powerful CD release by the Swedish band Ereb Altor, brought to you by Hammerheart Records. Known for their unique blend of epic Viking metal and atmospheric doom, Ereb Altor have carved out a distinct place in the Nordic metal scene since their formation in 2003. With "Gastrike," they delve into darker themes inspired by Swedish folklore and ghost stories from the Gästrikland region, delivering haunting melodies, thunderous riffs, and evocative vocals that transport listeners into mythic realms. Over the years, Ereb Altor have earned critical acclaim with albums like "By Honour" and "Ulfven," establishing themselves as torchbearers of Scandinavian metal tradition while continuously evolving their sound.
Hammerheart Records is an esteemed label based in The Netherlands specializing in extreme music genres such as death metal, black metal, doom, and folk-inspired acts. Renowned for supporting innovative artists within these scenes since its founding in 1995, Hammerheart has played a pivotal role in bringing underground talent to international audiences through high-quality releases.