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Signal Rex is proud to present Iätön’s highly anticipated debut album, ‘Portit Pohjolan’, on CD and vinyl LP formats.

Formed in 2022, Iätön initially began as a duo of Woewrb and Penetreichtus I, with the latter having played in Hatespirit and Serpentfyre. Two demos followed, in 2023 and 2024, respectively on the well-respected Altare and Korpituli labels. Even early on, Iätön were defiant of the prevailing Finnish Black Metal paradigm. With Woewrb’s keyboards prominent in both the soundfield and songwriting, the duo’s largely mid-paced but still-energetic sound strongly reminded of First Spell-era Gehenna or, closer to home, Behexen’s majestic Eternal Realm demo and the likes of Musta Kappeli, Funerary Bell, and Orfvs: rarefied-yet-esteemed company indeed.

Now, Iätön are prepared to stake their claim to be counted among such elite names with their debut full-length, ‘Portit Pohjolan’. While the approach thankfully hasn’t changed here, it’s the subtle details as well as the charisma & confidence in which they play that render this Iätön’s undoubtedly strongest recording. The cover artwork to ‘Portit Pohjolan’ is evocative of its contents: earthy, verdant, and just a bit icy, beckoning and portending in equal measure. Expanding upon that “largely mid-paced but still-energetic” element, the band’s expansion to a quartet has provided quite the boon, filling out their mystical Black Metal with a hugeness that’s somehow intimate simultaneously – perhaps it’s those organs / keyboards of Woewrb working some strange, intoxicating magick? – and even when the pace quickens, there’s equally a mournful grace to Iätön that didn’t exist before. Any way you approach it, ‘Portit Pohjolan’ is truly olde-worlde Black Metal transported from forgotten realms and glorious times.

Emerging from the fetid depths of the Finnish underground in 2015, Deathgoat’s first scream against the light came in the form of the ‘Rotten Salvation’ demo in 2018. However, it was with their full length debut album, 2021s ‘Regurgitated Into Existence’, that the full power and potential of this gathering of devils became apparent – their mastery of old school Death Metal was unquestionable. Now, at long last, the Finns have returned with a new album that utterly epitomises everything that their chosen genre represents. This is the absolute essence of Death Metal, pure rot and decay, this is ‘Dragged Into Realms Below’!

The chilling notes of intro ‘Alkulima’ sink their claws into your flesh and tear you from your safe, secure existence, casting you into the cold earth of the midnight cemetery. Before you can orientate yourself ‘Pestilent Retribution’ is upon you, a rampaging assault of Scandinavian Death Metal that severs every tendon and shatters every bone. Devastating heaviness and machine gun intensity rage beneath twisting occult solos, while a voice from the pit intones the many ways in which to die. There is not a song on this magnificent collection that fails to deliver skin crawling atmosphere and utterly addictive, snarling riffs and rhythms. From the imperious chainsaw slaughter of ‘Monoxide’ to the magnificent conclusion of ‘Dragged Into Realms Below’ itself – a track that dominates and towers over your broken body like a king amongst the tombstones – this is an album you will not soon forget.

‘Dragged Into Realms Below’ will be released by Xtreem Music, champions of old school Death Metal, on June 10th and it will be essential listening for anyone dedicated to the music of the grave. With a sound carved from dry bone and putrefaction and a cover created by Bram Bruyneel (Officium Triste, Hideous Divinity etc) that invokes ancient ceremony and inherited nightmares, Deathgoat have delivered a work of immaculate decomposition.

Eternal Death is proud to present Wald Krypta’s highly anticipated fourth album, ‘Disenchantment’, on vinyl LP format.

Since their formation in 2016, Canadian / American duo Wald Krypta have been known for their raw, uncompromising approach to Black Metal. Drawing influence from the early pioneers of Black Metal, their music is defined by hectic, unrelenting tremolo-picked guitars, grim ‘n’ harsh vocals, and a stripped-down production style that favors intensity over polish. Their three full-lengths to date – of them, 2021’s ‘Possessed by Nothingness’ saw the band linking up with Eternal Death – showcase Wald Krypta’s commitment to the traditional, lo-fi aesthetics of Black Metal while maintaining a distinct identity. Embracing an abrasive and organic sound that highlights the cold and relentless nature of their compositions, Wald Krypta’s music appeals to listeners who appreciate the harsher and more minimalistic side of Black Metal, offering a direct and unfiltered listening experience.

Four years on from that last full-length and, thankfully, Wald Krypta remain committed to their stratifying muse. Witness ‘Disenchantment’. Aptly titled, ‘Disenchantment’ could almost be viewed as a treatise against nowadays Black Metal – and, going deeper, even against the fake “raw” style so endemic to Bandcamp the last handful of years. True, Wald Krypta are as raw as any (or even rawer than most), but such an unapologetic route doesn’t mask a dearth of ideas. In fact, ‘Disenchantment’ betrays something of an “unfussy sophistication,” as riffs are doled out with strident efficiency and then subtly built upon, revealing new twists of texture and, daresay, triumph. It’s that lattermost element that sets ‘Disenchantment’ apart from the hordes, for the duo effortlessly evoke sensations sometimes at odds with their ripped-and-torn soundfield and garaged, tangibly human execution. The sum effect is both hypnotizing and invigorating, making for Wald Krypta’s best record yet.

Attention humans and aliens, ghosts and spirits. In Aeternum are working on the first full length album since 2005. 20 years have passed since we worked together in this constellation.

We are looking at recording at least 8 new songs this year and get it out before the end of the year. We are demoing the songs right now and plan to record asap. Prepare for the usual chaos death and destruction. More info will follow as we go along.

Hail the metal of death.
Dave, Daniel and Perra
In Aeternum

AntropomorphiA are back! Six years after their acclaimed studio full-length ‘Merciless Savagery’ (2019), the Dutch death dealers return with their most brutal and dark record so far that is aptly entitled ‘Devoid of Light’.

When AntropomorphiA created ‘Devoid of Light’ over a period of two and a half years, the recording process was spread out through a much longer process due to a variety of reasons. During the whole time, the band never lost sight of their vision: to combine a wide variety of harsh musical textures including fanatical, white-eyed aggression, misanthropic and nihilistic lyrics, and dark emotions such as anger, despair, and pain among many others into dark and oppressive soundscapes.

AntropomorphiA were originally spawned from the foul stench of death in the Dutch city of Tilburg in 1990. At the time, they were pioneers, which soon turned them into a corner stone of the brutal music scene in the Netherlands. After releasing their first official demo ‘Bowel Mutilation’ (1992) the band immediately captured a record deal and recorded the EP ‘Necromantic Love Songs’ (1993) only a few months later, which became a cult classic.

Despite the occasional hiatus, AntropomorphiA continuously cemented their status as underground icons with a string of acclaimed releases. The debut full-length ‘Pure’ (1998) was followed by the albums ‘Evangelivm Nekromantia’ (2012), ‘Rites ov Perversion ‘(2014), ‘Sermon ov Wrath’ (2017), and ‘Merciless Savagery’ (2019).

Their uncompromising approach and ever expanding vortex of musical textures that included a growing influx of Black Metal elements into AntropomorphiA’s musical and visual DNA, the Dutch have accepted invitations by the most relevant festivals and performed at Brutal Assault, In Flammen Open Air, Summer Breeze, Motocultor, Netherlands Deathfest, Roadburn Festival, and Eindhoven Metal Meeting among many more live events.

Now AntropomorphiA are returning with ‘Devoid of Light’ to show the world that they are still hungry to push the limits of both their own band and the Death Metal scene to new frontiers. Crank the volume up to 10 and let this album rip!

On March 28th internationally, Noevdia is proud to present the highly anticipated tenth album of Sweden’s Svartsyn, ‘Vortex of the Destroyer’.

With its tenth full-length, Svartsyn delivers a work rooted in both its present vision and primordial past. ‘Vortex of the Destroyer’ unfolds in two intertwined chapters: four new compositions alongside six resurrected relics from Chalice, the entity that would become Svartsyn in 1994.

The first half of ‘Vortex of the Destroyer’ embodies a refined-yet-relentless approach, shaped by instinct and hindsight alike. From the ruin of Atlantis to the flames of Surtr and Fenrir, these songs channel Svartsyn’s pursuit of apocalyptic grandeur – a descent into the abyss.

The latter half harks back to the autumn of 1992, breathing new life into six compositions first forged under the Chalice banner. Conceived at the dawn of the second wave of Black Metal, these tracks honor the band’s origins. Re-recorded with present clarity, their essence remains untouched: wild, sinister, and unmistakably Ornias.

By uniting its earliest fire with its latest incarnation, Svartsyn asserts an unbroken path of black devotion. ‘Vortex of the Destroyer’ is both a return and an advance, where destruction and renewal converge.

We proudly announce the signing of Swedish legends Gates of Ishtar.

If there was a list of the most underrated bands in metal, Gates of Ishtar would hold a prominent place. It’s been almost 30 years since their legendary debut ‘A Bloodred Path’ appeared, and still remains in the pantheon of melodic Death Metal. Two more amazing albums followed (‘The Dawn of Flames’ – 1997, ‘At Dusk and Forever ‘- 1998) and while everything foreshadowed that a brilliant career awaited them, Gates of Ishtar fell silent.

Their reunion 17 years later, in 2015, brought big smiles to everyone who was waiting. And there were many who were waiting for such an announcement. Unfortunately, with the death of drummer Oscar Karlsson, this reunion never became a reality, and the band continued its hiatus until they finally resurrected and played at House of Metal in November 2023. As a aftermath of the huge response from the fans at that show, the plans on recording a new album was set in motion.

If anyone is wondering what Gates of Ishtar have to offer after almost three decades of absence from discography, all they have to do is listen to a few demo sample excerpts from the new material that the band has published online: Swedish melodic Death Metal at its best, with razor-sharp guitars that spawn one riff after another, thunderous drums, and Mikael Sandorf’s trademark growls.

They recently performed a devastating live show in Lulea, their birthplace. This live show coincided with the 30th anniversary of their first concert in the same place. They returned to where it all began!

Life often plays strange games. One thing is certain: Owes to Gates of Ishtar a lot and they are coming back determined to claim it all, one by one. It is our great joy to be on this journey together!

Stay tuned, the Gates are open again…

Gates of Ishtar mentioned the following:

“The gates are open once more!!!

We are super excited to work together with Maria and the Circle Music to bring you our new album! It will be the first new release in almost 3 decades and we have put all our hearts and souls into this beast of an album.

The process of writing this new material has been a joyful experience and it didn’t take more than a minute to realise that we still had that magic flow between us all in the band.

We can’t wait to hear your response to it and hopefully we meet you all outthere in 2026!

Hail Inanna!”

Shub Niggurath, a classic name from the Mexican underground. ‘Unknown Blasphemies’ compiles both EP’s, ‘Unknown Adorer’ (1991) & ‘Blasphemies of Nether World’ (1992), they released after the infamous ‘Horror Creatures’ demo.

This is raw and primitive underground Death Metal in it’s most pure form. If you want a polished studio recording stay far away from this cause this is as crude and brutal as it gets.

Besides being a very cool release this is also a tribute to 2 people who sadly are no longer among us. The first being Arturo, the blasphemous voice of Shub Niggurath. I’m sure everyone who was in contact with him remembers him as being such a great guy. He wrote the coolest letters.
The other one is Danny de Koeyer who originally released the ‘Unknown Adorer’ EP on his Erosionable Records. Danny was a very fanatical ‘undergrounder’, part of the small scene we had going on in the South West of the Netherlands. He started out with the Lugubrious compilation tape before doing his label. Sadly the ‘Unknown Adorer’ EP was his only release. Danny is actually the one you see on the front of the ep! So, R.I.P. to both of them

Tape is set for release in April.

In our endless quest to push and support current underground acts that perpetuate the odor of vintage Death Metal, we’re extremely thrilled to announce a new signing: Invictus, from Japan.

Conceived in Nagano City back in 2015, Invictus’ original goal was to play Death Metal with hints of technicality and a strong Thrash Metal edge, combining the morbid grooves and abhorrent atmospherics of all archaic Death Metal gods (Death, Malevolent Creation, Monstrosity, Brutality, Mercyless, Morbid Angel, Gorguts, Obituary, early Decapitated, Sadistic Intent, early Cannibal Corpse…) and prioritizing the creation of songs crammed with commanding riffs over any other aspect of their putrescent music. While the target remains the same, the band is now exploring a broader spectrum of riff-oriented Death Metal in order to aggravate the carnage, exuding a more pernicious aural decay and bludgeoning the listener into submission by some of the meatiest and most vitriolic Death Metal conceivable.

Invictus have a unique feel to their music that is enshrouded in the mystique of the past. Guttural guitars throw forth bolts of arcane malignancy while the drumming pulverises the corporeal body with percussive blows. Vocally, the band sit in their macabre low-register and ensure everything is tied together gloriously for your listening displeasure with a truly crushing production that’s as organically lethal as it can get. If you love Death Metal, true and morbid, then don’t miss out on these Japanese masters of putridity.

Hells Headbangers is proud to present Profanatica’s highly anticipated new mini-album, ‘Wreathed in Dead Angels’, on CD, 12″ vinyl, and cassette tape formats.

Profanatica require no introduction. Cold ‘n’ alone American Black Metal before “USBM” became some dumb rallying term, pushing boundaries and “good taste” with vile blasphemy and even-more-vile music, and simply doing whatever the fuck they want, both in their original early ’90s guise and their now-intensely-prolific period in the 21st millennium: there’s only ever been one true Profanatica.

However, let it be known than Profanatica are not standard “Black Metal,” but rather their own rarefied strain of Black / Death Metal. They’ve been proving it the last handful of years, and prove it more perversely than ever with ‘Wreathed in Dead Angels’. The band’s return to longtime supporters Hells Headbangers features six brand-new tracks in a swift ‘n’ salacious 22 minutes: immediately, irrevocably Profanatica from beginning to end. But, while the power-trio maintain a signature sound, by no means are they repeating past glories. From the utterly gutted guitar tone to the cultivated primitivism of founder Paul Ledney’s drumming to the creeping / crushing songwriting, ‘Wreathed in Dead Angels’ vulgarly displays Profanatica just entering their prime – all the more amazing for a band that’s been around since 1990.