DIABOLIC NIGHT - Beneath The Crimson Prophecy (Vinyl) (LP)

In the tenth year of Diabolic Night's existence, prime mover Heavy Steeler
releases a second album that not only ultimately defines his solo project but
also pushes the boundaries of what scenesters have declared to be the pure
doctrine of blackened speed metal. Honing his craft in the course of one
demo, 7-inch and mini LP respectively, the reclusive German released his
debut full-length "Beyond the Realm" in late 2019 to much critical acclaim,
thereby establishing the basic formula for more things to come.
"A desire I carried with me from an early age was to write a coherent story set
in a fictional world where the listener is engrossed from the first to the last
second", Heavy Steeler explains, stressing that present reality gets
disregarded in favour of a strictly escapist experience. Thus, "Beneath the
Crimson Prophecy" is even more themed than its loosely conceptual
predecessor, as reflected in both the opulent artwork and photography.
Atmospherically, Diabolic Night's new material sports a slightly darker armour
without neglecting any of the assets the multi-instrumentalist, composer and
singer has become known for: NWoBHM-tinged lead guitar work as in the
earworm 'Pandemonium' or the addictive, singable melodies of 'Starlit Skies',
frosty tremolos straight from early-90s Scandinavia as well as unmistakable
mid-80s Ruhr area breakneck drumming and a barking vocal delivery.
Still, there's an epic twist to it all, testament to the narrative structure and
Heavy Steeler's uncompromising vision. Recorded again with the help of
trusted skinsman Christhunter in three different studios and graced with
another striking cover by Adam Burke (Angel Witch, Portrait), the songs
scream to be performed on stage, which will happen, of course, with a full live
line-up. Indeed, now it is time to look at what's "Beneath the Crimson
Prophecy"...