2LP Gatefold-sleeve with 20-page 12\u0094 booklet, ltd 250 x classic black vinyl<\/p>\n
The Thuringian band, originally formed in 1993 under a different name and known as IMPENDING DOOM since 1995 \u0096 throughout its ten years of activity \u0096 gained recognition far beyond Germany\u0092s borders through its expertly crafted blend of various Metal styles as evidenced by its numerous releases \u0096 including three studio albums \u0096 as well as more than 200 concerts played at home and abroad.<\/p>\n
Although 25 years have already passed since the release of their third and final album, the interest in IMPENDING DOOM\u0092s legacy still seems undiminished.<\/p>\n
At long last, Darkness Shall Rise Productions has taken on this chapter of German Metal history in its tried-and-tested manner. No expense or effort has been spared in reissuing (almost) the entire body of IMPENDING DOOM\u0092s work \u0096 comprising the releases from the pre-album phase and the three albums, including bonus material.<\/p>\n
These definitive editions, crafted with great attention to detail, present the tracks with significantly improved sound quality whilst also leaving nothing to be desired in terms of layout and design ensuring that both long-standing fans and those who are only just discovering IMPENDING DOOM will be equally delighted.<\/p>\n
Comprising the earliest official recordings of IMPENDING DOOM, listeners of the LP only familiar with the albums may be taken by surprise. Especially the Messias Abaddon demo originally self-released by the band in 1995 doesn\u0092t have so much in common with later releases even though both \u0093My goddess\u0094 and \u0093Downfall of God\u0094 would reappear on the first album. Sonically falling somewhere between Doom- and Death Metal of the most sinister kind, this bastard of darkness is akin to the early works of MY DYING BRIDE, PARADISE LOST or DARKTHRONE\u0092s Soulside Journey and stands as a gloomy testament to the members\u0092 musical roots. Although, the demo still lacks the originality later IMPENDING DOOM releases would be characterized by, Messias Abaddon is still a very rewarding listen.<\/p>\n
Despite the fact that the tracks on Pagan Fires \u0096 Promo 96 are still informed by Doom- and Death Metal parts, Thrash- and especially Black Metal influences have now been introduced to IMPENDING DOOM\u0092s soundscape as well. With material considerably enriched by more versatile vocals and the sinister atmospheres of Black Metal, stand-out tracks like \u0093Aeon of Dreams\u0093 or \u0093Pagan Fires\u0094 have not lost an inch of their impact in the 30 years since their initial release.<\/p>\n
Including tons of unseen pictures and a new interview with all band-members.
\nRemastered and restored by Patrick W. Engel at Temple of Disharmony in March 2026. <\/p>\n
Tracks:<\/strong><\/p>\n Genres:<\/strong> Death Metal, Black Metal, Thrash Metal<\/p>\n GPSR Information:<\/strong> 2LP Gatefold-sleeve with 20-page 12\u0094 booklet, ltd 250 x classic black vinyl The Thuringian band, originally formed in 1993 under a different name and known as IMPENDING DOOM since 1995 \u0096 throughout its ten years of activity \u0096 gained recognition far beyond Germany\u0092s borders through its expertly crafted blend of various Metal styles as evidenced […]\n","protected":false},"featured_media":3890206,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":[],"product_brand":[],"product_cat":[436],"product_tag":[],"class_list":["post-3890208","product","type-product","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","product_cat-vinyl-i-l","pa_band-impending-doom","pa_productgenre-black-metal","pa_productgenre-death-metal","pa_productgenre-thrash-metal","pa_productlabel-darkness-shall-rise-productions","first","instock","taxable","shipping-taxable","purchasable","product-type-simple"],"yoast_head":"\n\n
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\nLengenfelder Stra\u00dfe 58, 08107 Kirchberg, Germany
\ndarknessshallrise(at)gmx.de<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"