"First Spell" is the iconic LP from Norwegian black metal band Gehenna, originally released in 1994 and now reissued by Darkness Shall Rise. This album stands as a milestone of atmospheric black metal, blending haunting keyboards with raw guitar riffs to create an eerie yet majestic soundscape. "First Spell" captures the early essence of Scandinavian black metal and remains highly influential within the genre for its chilling melodies and darkly poetic lyrics. The LP edition offers fans both superior audio quality and collectible packaging.
Gehenna was formed in Stavanger, Norway in 1993 and quickly became one of the most respected acts in the Norwegian black metal scene. Their unique approach?combining symphonic elements with traditional black metal aggression?set them apart from their peers. Over their career, Gehenna has released several acclaimed albums such as "Seen Through The Veils Of Darkness (The Second Spell)" and "Malice," earning international recognition for their innovation and intensity.
Darkness Shall Rise is renowned for its dedication to high-quality reissues of classic extreme metal releases on vinyl, cassette, and CD formats. With meticulous attention to detail in remastering audio and recreating original artwork, they have become a trusted name among collectors seeking authentic editions of legendary albums.