ROTTING CHRIST “A Dead Poem” LP

A Dead Poem is one of the most atmospheric and groundbreaking albums in Rotting Christ’s discography. Originally released in 1997, the material demonstrates a distinct shift away from raw black metal towards a more melodic, atmospheric, and gothic sound. The band emphasizes hypnotic riffs, distinct song structures, and a dark, almost poetic atmosphere, giving the album a unique character.

It’s an album full of melancholy and space, where the heaviness is complemented by more subtle, atmospheric elements. This makes A Dead Poem one of the most accessible, yet unique, releases in the band’s catalog.

Release Details:
Label: Peaceville – VILELP992
Format: Vinyl, LP, Album, Reissue
Country: UK and Europe
Release Year: 2022
Genre: Rock
Style: Black Metal

Tracklist:
A1 A Sorrowful Farewell – 4:52
A2 Among Two Storms – 4:09
A3 A Dead Poem – 4:08
A4 Out Of Spirits – 4:06
A5 As If By Magic – 5:51
B1 Full Colour Is The Night – 4:47
B2 Semigod – 4:39
B3 Ten Miles High – 4:34
B4 Between Times – 5:03
B5 Ira Incensus – 5:16

For fans of Moonspell, Samael, Septicflesh, Tiamat, Paradise Lost.