1: Moonless Abyss Of The Nighthold (2:25) 2: Through The Woods Of Breathing Shadows (5:43) 3: Chalice Of Silver And Blood (5:49) 4: Thy Imperial Malice (4:31) 5: Curse Of The Plaguewood (2:02) 6: Encircle The Spectral Dimension (5:48) 7: Triumph Of The Nightbringer (6:21) 8: Into The Shadow Crypts (3:52) 9: The One Who Lurks Beyond The Starscape (3:56) 10: A Dark Consecration (5:04) 11: Creator Of The True Realm (4:08) 12: Ghostlands (9:42)
Number of discs:
1
Description:
Issued in a 4-panel digipak with clear tray and a 12-page booklet.
Track durations are not printed on the release.
"MADE IN CZECH REPUBLIC" on a sticker.
[Booklet]
Drums recorded @Sonic Pump Studio in February 2022.
Guitars, bass & vocals recorded @ Studio Matalpaine during summer/autumn 2022.
Keyboards recorded @ Chaoswaves Audio during summer 2022.
Tracks 1, 5, 8, 12 mixed @ Trollhouse Audio.
Tracks 2 to 4, 7, 9 to 11 mixed @ Studio Matalpaine.
"The Nighthold" is a captivating CD release by Vargrav, brought to you by the renowned label Werewolf Records. This album immerses listeners in an atmospheric journey through symphonic black metal, characterized by haunting melodies and grandiose arrangements that evoke the mystical darkness of the night. Vargrav, hailing from Finland, has quickly established itself as a leading force in modern black metal with its unique blend of epic orchestration and raw intensity. Previous works like "Netherstorm" have received critical acclaim for their authentic homage to 90s-era symphonic black metal while pushing creative boundaries. Werewolf Records, known for championing underground Finnish black metal acts, consistently delivers high-quality releases that celebrate both tradition and innovation within extreme music genres.