Altar Of Betelgeuze

Among the Ruins (Stoner Death Metal)

by ALTAR OF BETELGEUZE (Finland)

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Vince Bellino Massively underrated stoner/death/doom. Another great Transcending Obscurity release. Favorite track: Absence of Light.

Pete Faden This is exactly as it claims: doom with the structure of death metal, and a mix of both vocal styles to boot. On of the more interesting and evocative albums I have had the pleasure to listen to. You can easily spend a lot of time thinking about the interplay between band members and the music they weave together, just sit back and take it all in, or rampage; depending on your mood. A great album that deserves to be heard. Favorite track: Absence of Light.

bagera93 Amazing Stoner doom metal, I rarely come across this brilliant stoner doom but you guys totally nailed it! huge congrats, and its definitely s top for 2017 /Oliver - Black Lion records Favorite track: Among the Ruins.

Morten Olsen Wow. Exellent blend of stoner, doom and death metal. Impressed by how seamlessly they merge these genres. Killer songs throughout the album Favorite track: Among the Ruins.

Alexander Williamson Read my review at thoseonceloyal.wordpress.com/2017/02/16/review-altar-of-betelgeuze-among-the-ruins/ Favorite track: Among the Ruins.

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1.	The Offering 05:17	buy track
2.	Sledge of Stones 05:19	buy track
3.	No Return 08:24	buy track
4.	New Dawn 05:56	buy track
5.	Absence of Light 07:11 video	buy track
6.	Advocates of Deception 07:17	buy track
7.	Among the Ruins 09:46 video	buy track

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Altar of Betelgeuze from Finland are onto something special. Not content with playing either doom or death metal, the band merge influences from both realms so to speak and create a seamless sound where clean singing and growls both have a place. Essentially Altar of Betelgeuze play stoner doom but with the heaviness and relative structuring of death metal. Long, winding songs that are at once emotive and crushing enthrall the listener for extended periods of time, while you are left wondering about suitable parallels for this unique band. 'Among the Ruins' is a definitive present-day album, when it's no longer about mimicking your idols but taking the sound forward in a logical, sincere manner.

METAL SUCKS VIDEO PREMIERE -
www.metalsucks.net/2017/02/21/exclusive-track-premiere-altar-of-betelgeuze-among-the-ruins/

METAL INJECTION PREMIERE -
www.metalinjection.net/av/song-premiere/altar-of-betelgeuze-welcome-the-new-dawn-with-a-deadly-and-hazy-new-song

CVLT NATION PREMIERE -
www.cvltnation.com/premiere-streaming-altar-betelgeuze-no-return/

NO CLEAN SINGING PREMIERE -
www.nocleansinging.com/2016/12/19/an-ncs-premiere-altar-of-betelgeuze-among-the-ruins/

WORLDWIDE PRESS -

- "the most impressive aspect of this band is their progression: it’s
logical" - METAL SUCKS (US)

- "an early contender for my year-end list" - METAL-RULES (CANADA) 4.5/5

- "a cohesive exercise in genre fusion" - METAL INJECTION (US)

- "a very enjoyable album" - METAL STORM (US) STAFF PICK

- "creates an impressive and unique sound" - THE PIT OF THE DAMNED (Italy)

- "a well-written, well-thought-out and original album" - MERCHANTS OF AIR (Belgium)

- "your ticket to Hades" - DEADLY STORM (Czech Republic)

- "magnificent" - METAL NA LATA (Spain) 9/10

- "weaves a deep and lasting spell" - NO CLEAN SINGING (US)

- "Among the Ruins will be in the top ten Stoner/Doom Metal albums of 2017" - MOSHPITNATION (US) 4/5

- "this has been quite an eye opener – jaw dropper!" - RAMZINE (UK) 4/5

- "one can hear that distinguishing factor" - THE OBELISK (US)

- "massive release" - WORSHIP METAL (UK)

- "Highly recommended" - WONDERBOX METAL (UK)

- "well thought-out and structured" - FRANCONIA METALLUM (GERMANY)

- "reach the event horizon" - KALLE ROCK (GERMANY)

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released April 15, 2017

Matias Nastolin - Bass, Vocals (Growling)
Olli "Otu" Suurmunne - Guitars, Vocals (Clean singing)
Juho Kareoja - Guitars
Aleksi Olkkola - Drums

2017 Transcending Obscurity Records
www.tometal.com / www.transcendingobscurity.com
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