Heralds of the Duat is a split album featuring three underground black metal acts: Decayed, Caixão, and Cemetery Lights. This release delves into the underworld and the reign of the dead (Duat) of Ancient Egypt. It presents a conceptual work that explores the mysteries and myths surrounding the transcension to the afterlife. This challenging yet raw artistic approach is crafted with devotion by this infernal necromantic trio, venturing into one of the most fascinating and splendorous eras of mankind.
The split Heralds of the Duat will come out on July 19th via Down With The Most High Productions.
Decayed is Portugal’s most veteran black metal band, formed in 1990. Their lyrics share tales of bloodshed, might, and ancient curses.
Lineup:
J.A. – Guitars, Vocals
Vulturius – Vocals, Bass
D.C. – Drums.
Caixão is a minimalistic black death metal band from Portugal, presenting odes of reverence to the old ways. The band is formed by JG.
Cemetery Lights is an occult necromantic black metal band from Rhode Island, USA, recounting a ghost story from fragmented pottery shards. It is formed by The Corpse.
Tracklist:
1. Decayed – A Warrior’s Sword -Intro-
2. Decayed – Beneath the Sands
3. Decayed – The Pharaoh’s Curse
4. Decayed – Gate of the Dead
5. Caixão – Set
6. Caixão – Baset
7. Caixão – Peseshkef
8. Caixão – Khener
9. Caixão – Serapeum
10. Cemetery Lights – Dreams in the Necropolis
11. Cemetery Lights – Reconstruction of the Tomb
12. Cemetery Lights – Conspiracy with the Gods
