Dark Funeral – The Secrets Of The Black Arts LP (Transparent Black Ice Vinyl)

Dark Funeral – 'The Secrets Of The Black Arts' LP

180g Transparent black ice vinyl edition in gatefold sleeve with poster limited to 500 copies

Released in early 1996, Dark Funeral's iconic debut album, 'The Secrets of the Black Arts', stands as one of the most influential records in the history of Swedish black metal. Alongside fellow trailblazers like Dissection and Marduk, Dark Funeral quickly became synonymous with the relentless, cryogenic fury that defined the genre. Their sound explodes with blistering blast beats, icy melodies, and chilling atmosphere, and has inspired countless bands over the past two decades, making their early work a cornerstone of modern black metal. Produced by Peter Tägtgren at Abyss Studios, 'The Secrets of the Black Arts' was an electrifying debut that redefined black metal in the mid-'90s. From its unforgettable cover art to the razor-sharp production, the album captured the genre’s most extreme elements while introducing a level of melody and atmosphere rarely heard in such brutal music. The band’s lightning-fast riffs, aggressive drumming, and sinister vocals are perfectly balanced with dark, immersive moments that showcase Dark Funeral’s depth as songwriters. This was no mere blast-beat assault—it was a record that was as memorable as it was ferocious. The vinyl edition includes a poster of the iconic album cover.