Setherial - Hell Eternal [1999] LP (2001)

 

Founded in late 1993 by guitarists Alastor Mysteriis and Devothan.

The band began as a four piece: Devothan (bass), Mysteriis (guitar), Cheeroth (vocals) and Zathanel (drums). As their sound and direction evolved, Devothan took over the role of second guitarist, while Thorn (from Egregori) accepted the bass responsibilities. Following Thorn's lead, Kraath (from Egregori) found his way to Setherial as lead vocalist. When the local band Egregori broke up, Kraath Zaahr Raath was asked to join as a vocalist and lyric writer. The result of this can be heard on the debut demo entitled "A Hail to Faceless Angels". Cheeroth then was dismissed during the recording of the "For Dem Mit Blod" 7"EP, due to many mistakes and personality conflicts. There were some more line-up changes prior to the recording of the now legendary "Nord" album. Zathanel has since left and moved on to Sorhin. The only remaining members from the classic "For Dem Mit Blod" 7"EP are now Mysteriis and Kraath. Cheeroth departed and the band signed to Napalm Records. They recorded their debut "Nord" in Abyss studio. Although "Nord" received its due acclaim worldwide, Setherial split and the two remaining members, Kraath and Mysteriis began work on their second release.

For "Lords of the Nightrealm", Setherial enlisted In Battle's drummer and Choronzon on guitars to complete the line-up. With the band's third release, "Hell Eternal", came yet another line-up change. Mysteriis left his role as guitarist to take on the drumming responsibilities and Wrath (Naglfar) joined Setherials ranks to handle vocal-duties. In 2003 they returned with a special release. "From the Ancient Ruins" (February 2003) which included unreleased demo material from 1994, as well as 1995 and 1998 studio sessions. This album was to end Setherials collaboration with Napalm Records.

In 2003 Setherial signed a deal with Regain Records and started working on material for the next album "Endtime Divine" which was released the same year. On this album, Zathanel, who was Setherials original drummer returned - as bassplayer. Wrath, now handling vocals in two bands decided to step aside. Again, being without vocalist Setherial perservered and subsequently found a new vocalist in Infaustus and a bassplayer in Funestus Inferis replacing Zathanel. Being a injection for the band they set out to record their most devastating album to date. The new album, Death Triumphant, though being cast in the same mould as previous albums brings forth a more precise and thorough album than before. Exhibiting a more dynamic and versatile depth to their sound but keeping the flair of darkness that signifies Setherial. Recorded at Abyss Studio for two weeks in November 2005, mixed and mastered by Sverker Widgren at Necromorbus Studio in january 2006.

 

-Tracklist:

Side A:
1. Towards Thy Realm     05:27
2. Shadows of the Throne     05:59
3. Hell Eternal     05:39

     
Side B:
4. The Aeschma Deava     07:19
5. The Sign of Wrath Awaked     05:46
6. The Nightrealm     06:07
7. Guardians of the Gates of Flame     04:23

 

-Line up:

 

⛧Wrath: Vocals
⛧Choronzon: Guitars, Keyboards
⛧Alastor Mysteriis: Drums
⛧Kraath: Guitars
⛧Sasrof: Bass,

 

 

Label: Perverted Taste.

 

Limited to 500 copies.

 "The Sign of Wrath Awaked" is based on Paradise L.
Full album title is "Hell Eternal (Guardian of the Flame).

Recorded in September and mixed in November 1998 at the Abyss Studio.
Produced and mixed by Setherial And Tommy Tägtgren.
Mastered at Tonteknik Recording by Jakob and Setherial.
All music and lyrics by Håkan Sjödin (a.k.a. Mysteriis) except #6 by Håkan Sjödin, Johansson (a.k.a. Choronzon) and Hellquist).
All songs were written 1998 except #4 which was written in 1997.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Setherial - Firestorms [7''EP] (2013)

 

Setherial, one of Sweden’s oldest surviving Black Metal bands, was founded by Mysteriis and Devothan in 1993. Their first offering, “A Hail to the Faceless Angels”, which was released in 1994, demonstrated to the underground scene that Setherial was a force to be reckoned.
After this highly-acclaimed cassette, the band entered the studio again in 1995 to record the now classic EP “För Dem Mitt Blod”. This EP displayed a higher level of musicianship and an even deeper dedication to the ever-growing northern darkness. In September, 1995, after getting attention from Napalm Records, Setherial entered the infamous Abyss Studio to record their first full-length album, “Nord”. The album received a massive response from the underground, but no tour was organised to support the album.
With a new line-up, Setherial entered Ballerina Studios to record their second full-length album, “Lords of the Nightrealm”, an album Napalm Records released in 1998. This album showed a more aggressive side of the band. To further support the release, a successful headline European tour was conducted together with Malignant Eternal and In Battle.
The following year, Setherial released “Hell Eternal”, their fastest and most sinister album yet. This recording once again featured a different line-up than its predecessor. Wrath (of Naglfar fame) and Themgoroth (who had previously been involved with Dark Funeral) shared vocal duties. After the release of “Hell Eternal”, Setherial was almost put to rest due to a break-in at their rehearsal place and line-up troubles. During this period Mysteriis and Kraath joined forces with their former drummer Zathanel in a project called Blackwinds.
Setherial's last album on Napalm Records came in 2003. “From the Ancient Ruins” featured unreleased songs and the classic “A Hail to the Faceless Angels” demo. A presentation of old ghosts.
That same year, Setherial signed a deal with Swedish label Regain Records and they once again entered Abyss Studio to record their comeback album, “Endtime Divine”. This was the last album that featured Wrath on vocals.
In 2006, after yet another line-up change, Setherial entered Abyss Studio one final time to record “Death Triumphant”. This was an album that certainly showcased a more technical side of the band. Shortly after the release of “Death Triumphant”, Setherial decided to do live shows again, almost a decade since they last appeared on stage. Between 2006 and 2009 the
band focused on performing live as much as possible to show the underground that Setherial was back for good.
In 2009, the band started to work on their next album, “Ekpyrosis”. Not at all impressed with the standard of Abyss Studio, the band recorded everything in their private studio, Black Scythe. By doing this, Setherial was able to have total control over everything in the recording process, resulting in the best production in their career. With no limitations - such as sound engineers with tight schedules and / or financial issues - Setherial was finally able to record an album and release it when they felt it was ready. “Ekpyrosis” was released the following year,
2010, and received a very positive response from both press and fans. To further support the album, a music video was made for the song “A world in Hell”. Tours and festival shows followed the release of the album.
One year later, released an EP called “Treason” through the South American label Goathorned Productions. This little slice of hell featured one unreleased track from the “Ekpyrosis” session and a Zyklon-B cover as well as stunning artwork.
In 2011, Setherial decided to part ways with Regain Records. It didn’t take long to find a new and reliable label though and after some negotiating Setherial started to collaborate with the French label Debemur Morti Productions.

 

-Tracklist:

Side A
1. Firestorms over Haar-Megiddo    07:01

  
Side B
2. The Neural Cage of Self-infliction     06:59

 

 

-Line up: 

⛧Mysteriis: drums, keyboards, vocals (additional)
⛧Kraath: bass, guitars (lead)
⛧Infaustus: vocals
⛧Thurz: guitars (rhythm) 

 

 

 

 

 Label: Funeral Industries.

 

Recorded in the Black Scythe Studio, Sundsvall (Sweden), autumn and winter of 2009.
 

Produced by Setherial.

 

Limited to 400 copies on black vinyl.