Rotting Christ – Rituals – Cd

Rotting Christ have been up to mischief for almost 30 years and are still not a bit tired. The Greek extreme metal legend presented the album “Rituals” in 2016 and proved with this output that they are still at the top of their game. The band is supported by Nick Holmes (Paradise Lost), Vorph (Samael) Magus (Necromantia) and Kathir (Rudra), among others, who were keen to be present on this exceptional album. Mixed and mastered at Fascination Street Studios by Jens Bogren (Amorphis, Moonspell, Arch Enemy, Dark Tranquility, Soilwork, Orphaned Land, Devin Townsend), this is already a contender for album of the year for this genre.

“In advance, the legendary Greek dark metallers released the track ‘Elthe kyrie’ online. A fierce and sophisticated piece that perfectly represents the spirit of the new album ‘Rituals’. After all, Rotting Christ also hit other parts of the album with biting riffing in damn exciting structures and deliver absolutely gripping drama. For ‘Rituals’, guitarist and vocalist Sakis Tolis created great and timeless anthems with his brother Themis on drums. Atmospherically charged tracks such as the mystically penetrating and radiant opener ‘In nomine dei nostri’ or the doomy ‘Ze nigmar’ exude a mysterious, ritualistic flair. A wonderfully orchestrated ethno component with an occult sound is also inherent to the evocative overall work, which allows plenty of room for masterful moods. All in all, the Hellenes are once again following their traditional path. A highly inspiring wealth of original ideas turns these magical songs into song gems Necromantia, Vorph from Samuel and Nick Holmes from Paradise Lost join the unholy, hypnotic party.”