The Wolf & The King

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First pressing on double black vinyl. Double black vinyl, 12" (45 RPM for optimal quality) in a gatefold sleeve with gold printing and gloss varnish, includes a 4-page insert. First pressing of 1,100 copies worldwide. Born in the heart of Norway's frozen landscapes, 1349 has etched its name in the pantheon of black metal, wielding its instruments like battle axes to defend its status as a legend. Over a career that began more than 25 years ago, the band has become the standard-bearer of an unyielding musical style, the master of the occult arts. Here is 'The Wolf & The King', the latest cataclysm unleashed by 1349. A raging odyssey through eight tracks of pure and unadulterated black metal, perfectly demonstrating the band's mastery of chaos and carnage. From the voracious assault of "The God Devourer" to the sinister depths of "Fatalist", each track is a portal to a realm where shadows reign supreme and the air is thick with the stench of decay. "Ash of Ages" blends thrash influences with touches of black metal, creating a journey into the heart of darkness, while "Shadow Point" and "Inferior Pathways" come together to forge a backbone of classic riffs served with an effective groove. With 'The Wolf & The King', 1349 continues to push the boundaries of the genre, enveloping its relentless blast beats and searing guitars in an apocalyptic atmosphere. For fans of MARDUK, GORGOROTH, MAYHEM, IMMORTAL. Artwork by Jordan Barlow.