Arcturus - Aspera Hiems Symfonia (GREEN BLACK SPLATTER VINYL) | Mint (M) Mint (M)
Arcturus - Aspera Hiems Symfonia (GREEN BLACK SPLATTER VINYL) | Mint (M) Mint (M)
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Description
Description
Aspera Hiems Symfonia
(140 Gram Vinyl, Colored Vinyl, Green, Black, Limited Edition)
Artist: Arcturus Format: LP Release Date: 5/1/2026
Label: Prophecy
Vendor: Spkr
Distributor: AMPED
UPC: 884388895386
Genre: Heavy Metal, Heavy Metal
Release Date: 5/1/2026
Product ID: PPCY260C2.1
Weight: .5 lb
Description
After releasing their early EPs, My Angel (1991) and Constellation (1994), Norwegian avant-garde metal pioneers Arcturus unveiled their debut full-length album, Aspera Hiems Symfonia, in 1996. The band, named after the brightest star in the Northern Hemisphere, emerged from Norway's explosive black metal scene but quickly set themselves apart with their bold, experimental vision.
The lineup for Aspera Hiems Symfonia featured prominent figures from the Norwegian extreme metal underground, including Garm (vocals, also of Ulver), Hellhammer (drums, known from Mayhem), and new additions Carl August Tidemann (guitar) and Hugh "Skoll" Mingay (bass, also of Ulver), replacing Samoth from the earlier EPs. This talented ensemble blended the raw intensity of black metal with progressive and avant-garde elements, creating a sound that was both haunting and innovative. Aspera Hiems Symfonia stands out for it's daring departure from traditional black metal. Piercing vocal shrieks coexist with eerie, operatic melodies, while Sverd's cinematic keyboards weave atmospheric tapestries. Tidemann's technical guitar solos add a layer of sophistication, and the rhythm section, driven by Hellhammer's relentless precision and Skoll's dynamic basslines, provides a solid yet adventurous foundation. This fusion of aggressive roots with progressive experimentation-marked by unconventional song structures and a theatrical flair-established Arcturus as trailblazers in the Oslo metal scene and beyond, cementing their legacy as progressive innovators.
Tracks
Credits
1 To Thou Who Dwellest in the Night
2 Wintry Grey
3 Whence & Whither Goest the Wind
4 Raudt Og Svart
5 The Bodkin & the Quietus (... to Reach the Stars)
6 Du Nordavind
7 Fall of Man
8 Naar Kulda Tar (Frostnettenes Prolog)
- Sleeve Condition: Mint (M)
- Media Condition: Mint (M)
- Genre: METAL
- Format Type: LP
- Released: 05/01/2026
Condition Ratings & Details
Condition Ratings & Details
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Condition Ratings
- MINT (M): Perfect, brand new, unplayed.
- Near Mint (NM): Like new, barely played, will play perfectly.
- Excellent (EX): Very close to near mint, with minor cosmetic wear. Will play perfectly.
- Very Good Plus (VG+): Light cosmetic blemishes that do not affect play. Close to perfect playback.
- Very Good (VG): Some light marks that may cause minor noise during playback. Still enjoyable and plays well.
- Good Plus (G+): Noticeable noise during playback. Only listed if of collector value. Not ideal for listening.
Sleeve Details
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