IN AETERNUM - ...Of Death and Fire
Release Date: February 6th, 2026
Soulseller Records
IN AETERNUM is a blackened death metal band that was formed in the 1990s. They have released four albums already alongside various e.p.s and tours. Their new album, " ...Of Death and Fire" is recorded with the same lineup featured 20 years ago. The band has previously released their last album, "Dawn Of A New Aeon" back in 2005.
"Dance Macabre" is a short harmonized melodic idea that gives way to the unfurled chaos of, "Beneath The Darkened Tomb". Summoned for the listener is an flavorful return to 1990s blackened death metal. Ferocious enough to drive violent urges but also sufficiently melodic as well. Evilness finds a comfortable sound to reside in on the track as it sets a positive precedent for the rest of the album. "The Day Of Wrath" continues the bombardment of toxic disarray. Perhaps a touch of thrash is present though still very death metal in its sound. The attack here is merciless with sharpened accuracy. Next, "Spirits Of The Dead" changes things up. With a mid-paced feel, In Aeternum knows how to diversify their sound. There is just enough ugliness added for charm that is paired with ample time spent on memorable song construction. "Mortuary Cult" is unleashed with demonic potency. Ruthlessly severing bone from flesh, they subject the listener to savage brutality. The song doesn't let the listener recoup any before releasing further attacks. The sixth song, "The Vile God of Slime" not only has an excellent song name but does an exciting job of combining differing aspects of In Aeternum's sound into a cohesive entity. Slower ideas are coupled well with speedier parts that are both engaging and maniacally thrilling. "Bow To None" ambushes us from the start. Channeling unbridled anger into deadly passages, the song is reeking with darkened potency. "De Profundis" is a short break of ominous tones carrying the general dreary feel of the album into, "Goddess of Abominations". This song is another example of the band's ability to effectively explore many facets of death metal. Not everything always needs to rely on speed to have an affect on the extreme music listener. Perhaps this is a song here that I think stands out amongst the rest. "The Hour Glass" carries the album further with more melodic cruelty. Combined with their fast delivery is standout moments such as the parts at the roughly 2:00 spot. Here the ideas build well into a fleshed out momentary reprieve before returning to madness. "To Those Who Have Rode On (Feat. Erik Danielsson)" ends the album. It begins with a quiet acoustic idea that moves back into menacing territory soon after. Catering to those of us that remember the fascinating times of when this genre was newer. There is no sterility of modern metal, but a reminiscing return to the forebearers of the genre of which In Aeternum is one. Purposeful in its harshly constructed melodic chaos, they have made a memorable album that reminded me why I liked this band many years ago.
www.facebook.com/inaeternumofficial
www.soulsellerrecords.com
Release Date: February 6th, 2026
Soulseller Records
IN AETERNUM is a blackened death metal band that was formed in the 1990s. They have released four albums already alongside various e.p.s and tours. Their new album, " ...Of Death and Fire" is recorded with the same lineup featured 20 years ago. The band has previously released their last album, "Dawn Of A New Aeon" back in 2005.
"Dance Macabre" is a short harmonized melodic idea that gives way to the unfurled chaos of, "Beneath The Darkened Tomb". Summoned for the listener is an flavorful return to 1990s blackened death metal. Ferocious enough to drive violent urges but also sufficiently melodic as well. Evilness finds a comfortable sound to reside in on the track as it sets a positive precedent for the rest of the album. "The Day Of Wrath" continues the bombardment of toxic disarray. Perhaps a touch of thrash is present though still very death metal in its sound. The attack here is merciless with sharpened accuracy. Next, "Spirits Of The Dead" changes things up. With a mid-paced feel, In Aeternum knows how to diversify their sound. There is just enough ugliness added for charm that is paired with ample time spent on memorable song construction. "Mortuary Cult" is unleashed with demonic potency. Ruthlessly severing bone from flesh, they subject the listener to savage brutality. The song doesn't let the listener recoup any before releasing further attacks. The sixth song, "The Vile God of Slime" not only has an excellent song name but does an exciting job of combining differing aspects of In Aeternum's sound into a cohesive entity. Slower ideas are coupled well with speedier parts that are both engaging and maniacally thrilling. "Bow To None" ambushes us from the start. Channeling unbridled anger into deadly passages, the song is reeking with darkened potency. "De Profundis" is a short break of ominous tones carrying the general dreary feel of the album into, "Goddess of Abominations". This song is another example of the band's ability to effectively explore many facets of death metal. Not everything always needs to rely on speed to have an affect on the extreme music listener. Perhaps this is a song here that I think stands out amongst the rest. "The Hour Glass" carries the album further with more melodic cruelty. Combined with their fast delivery is standout moments such as the parts at the roughly 2:00 spot. Here the ideas build well into a fleshed out momentary reprieve before returning to madness. "To Those Who Have Rode On (Feat. Erik Danielsson)" ends the album. It begins with a quiet acoustic idea that moves back into menacing territory soon after. Catering to those of us that remember the fascinating times of when this genre was newer. There is no sterility of modern metal, but a reminiscing return to the forebearers of the genre of which In Aeternum is one. Purposeful in its harshly constructed melodic chaos, they have made a memorable album that reminded me why I liked this band many years ago.
www.facebook.com/inaeternumofficial
www.soulsellerrecords.com