OPHTHALAMIA - A Journey In Darkness (CD)

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Date of release: Jul 14 2023

Cult Swedish band Opthalamia was formed in 1989 by Tony "IT" Sarkka, mainly known for his dark
band Abruptum, (which was signed to DSP, the label of ex-Mayhem guitarist Euronymous) & his
heavy presence in the Scandinavian black metal scene in the late 80's & early 90's.
Opthalamia was a land of pure fantasy created by IT & the songs are connected to stories based
around this fantasy world. The original vocalist of the band was All (also in Abruptum), but he was
then replaced by Shadow (Jon N dtveidt of classic death/black metal band, Dissection). Shadow
handled vocals on this album, the band's debut album, which was originally released in 1994.
Though the band could be classified as black metal, there is much more to Opthalamia, with varied
metal influences, tempo changes & melodic passages becoming progressively more prominent,
helping to distinguish them from their peers.
The album was produced by the legendary Dan Swano (Opeth, Katatonia, etc) & Opthalamia at
Unisound in 1993.

Tracklisting:

1.	A Cry From The Halls Of Blood / Empire Of Lost Dreams (02:26)
2.	Enter The Darkest Thoughts Of The Chosen / Agony`s Silent Paradise (07:12)
3.	Journey In Darkness / Entering The Forest (06:26)
4.	Shores Of Kaa-ta-nu / The Eternal Walk (Part Ii) (05:36)

5.	A Lonely Soul / Hymn To A Dream (00:50)
6.	Little Child Of Light / Degradation Of Holyness (09:54)
7.	Castle Of No Repair / Lies From A Blackened Heart (05:06)
8.	This Is The Pain Called Sorrow / To The Memory Of Me (08:23)
9.	I Summon Thee, Oh Father / Death Embrace Me (01:56)

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OPHTHALAMIA - A Journey In Darkness (CD)
Cat No: CDVILED239
Barcode: 801056723925
Packaging: CD Jewel Case