Nameless Grave Records proudly presents A Glorious Call in the Terrible Darkness by Draghkar/Helcaraxë. Dive into the depths of death metal’s rich tapestry with A Glorious Call in the Terrible Darkness. The latest split release from Draghkar and Helcaraxë, is coming out on April 26th..
This monumental material not only marks a pivotal moment in the careers of both bands… But also serves as a testament to their mastery and evolution within the genre. From the dark underbelly of Seattle to the fiery forges of Mount Doom, New Jersey, this collaboration bridges the geographical and musical divide to deliver an unparalleled death metal experience.
About the split:
Draghkar emerges with The Last Dreamer, a track that showcases their qualitative growth. Also, the seamless integration of old-school heavy metal with the raw essence of ancient death. This track represents a bold step forward. It incorporates dual lead vocals for the first time and sets the stage for their next album. Draghkar‘s contribution is a fitting farewell to guitarist Kelly Kuciemba and a spirited welcome to new members. Moreover, it promises a future as relentless and innovative as their past.
Helcaraxë counters with Satan ad Infinitum, a composition that melds harmonized melody with the brutality of early ’90s death metal. True to form, Helcaraxë continues to push boundaries, exploring new lyrical themes. Meanwhile, they also honor their roots in epic, melodic death metal. Drawing inspiration from luminaries such as Edge of Sanity and Morbid Angel, Helcaraxë‘s track is a masterclass in balancing melody with mayhem.
A Glorious Call in the Terrible Darkness is not merely a split release… It’s a confluence of creative peaks from two of the scene’s most compelling acts. Draghkar and Helcaraxë invite listeners to traverse the spectrum of death metal, from its melodic highs to its devastating lows.
Available on all major platforms and in physical format through Nameless Grave Records, this split is a must-have for fans of the genre. It’s also a perfect introduction for the uninitiated to the depths that death metal can reach.
On this release, Draghkar is:
Dan Butler – Vocals (Harsh)
Brandon Corsair – Vocals (Clean), Guitars (rhythm), Songwriting, Lyrics
Kelly Kuciemba – Guitars (lead)
Antoine Daigneault – Bass
Andrew Lee – Drums
Recording and engineering:
Andrew Lee – Vocals (Harsh), Drums, Mixing
Brandon Corsair – Guitars (rhythm)
Kelly Kuciemba – Guitars (lead)
Antoine Daigneault – Bass
Detto Vincent Detto – Vocals (clean)
Arthur Rizk – Mastering
Helcaraxë is:
Pat Henry – Bass
Mike Donatelli – Drums
Bill Henderson – Guitars
Jon Tarella – Guitars
Jesse Traynor – Vocals
Recorded in 2023 at Christpuncher Studios, New Jersey
Mixed & Mastered by Bill Henderson at Azimuth Mastering
All music and lyrics by Helcaraxë
