Ultimate bombastic and epic viking metal. This weapon of great power was in the making no less than twenty-five years. GARDE started as a side-project of A. (of Cultus, among many others), but the project was forgotten until the flame was reignited after inviting Dan Cap (Wolcensmen, Solstice, Gràb, ex-Winterfylleth) to contribute lead vocals – who did monumental work writing and recording the vocal melodies. CD and t-shirt out now, vinyl LP coming later this year.
“Rostiges Ruhrmetall – The Saruman Archives” is a compilation of 20 years Saruman under the banner of Heimdalls Wacht. Forgotten, rare and some unreleased songs with over 70 minutes playing time. Released by ANP, now in stock.
Pest returns with one last full length. Big was the shock when co-founder Mrok passed away in 2011, but inspiration was found a decade after and in his his death and rather than searching for a new drummer, founder Scum honoured the legacy of Pest and Mrok, and took up drums himself again. Combined with his and Atax’ trademark sounding riffs, as well as input from new member Brandt, the new album “Eternal nightmares” sounds really as if no time has passed since. The maniacal vocals from Mr. Blasphemy and Atax still cuts through your bones. The storm of riffs are trance-inducing yet ultra aggressive. All with the classic medieval weirdness to the sound that was already present on their demo and first albums. For Pest, innovation means retrogression.
The new album still fully recorded and mixed by the band themselves in the rehearsal room, just as 25 years ago. It doesn’t get more authentic than this. Out now on LP and CD formats. Also very limited re-stock from previous releases now available.
CD version from previous split LP with Cultus also out now.
Pest – Eternal nightmares (CD)
Pest – Eternal nightmares (LP)
Cultus / Pest – Werelden ten onder / The ancient sleep (split CD)
Hate Forest – Nietzscheism (LP) Barbaric and primordial black hateful metal. Essential material with the pure cold and unhuman black metal full of the classic Hate Forest rage. Limited edition white vinyl only.
Do Skonu – Ritual of transition (CD) A relentless work of riff-genius and a masterclass in songwriting. With a sharper sound and more violent production compared to the previous albums. But most significantly are the layers of riffs and webs of song structures, making this album stand in Do Skonu’s discography with head and shoulders above its precursors.
Do Skonu – Pour out your wrath… (MCD) Majestic black metal, out now on CD format for the first time. Two epic songs of over 20 minutes each
Windswept – Visionaire (MLP) Windswept on this EP sound like a continuation of Drudkh’s groundbreaking first four albums between 2003 and 2006. From start to finish there are only melancholic and hypnose inducing layers of guitar and synth melodies while still focusing on actual riffs and songwriting. Limited edition transparant orange vinyl only.
We are proud to present the long-awaited new album of Germany’s PEST, ‘Eternal Nightmares’. The release of the LP and CD have been postponed due to delay at the pressing plants. A review and second song have been publish on No Clean Singing. Tentative release will be last week of October.
Also coming soon: Hate Forest, Windswept, Do Skonu, Garde, etc…
A masterpiece of traditional folk black metal, written and recorded by the mastermind behind Temnozor and Walknut. Highly theatrical and dramatic, this album is without a doubt one of best written albums of the last two decades. Arranged, recorded, supplemented and gradually acquired its final form over the course of six years.
Heidens Hart works with the band and is proud to produce and present the grand epoch “Издревле” out now on vinyl format. The album is released on two discs, comes in heavy gatefold sleeve with pantone print, and with insert plus sticker. Black vinyl and blue vinyl are available.
The definite war metal split album. Originally released in 1999 and out of print for many years, both bands pioneered with total barbaric and ultra violent black/death metal extremism.
Black Witchery / Conqueror – Hellstorm of evil vengeance (split LP)
Black Witchery / Conqueror – Hellstorm of evil vengeance (split MC)
The obscure 1996 CD-single now on vinyl EP. Two absolutely mental tracks – now reissued for the first time fully official and licensed from band and Osmose Productions. The most extreme band on the planet and this is not up for discussion. With exclusively re-drawn cover art by Rok, especially for this release. No remaster, no bonus. No trendy pre-order, just be sadistik and buy it now.
Fourth full length chapter of one the oldest Portuguese infernal horde still active today – now for the first time ever on vinyl LP. Over 40 minutes of traditional total poserdestroying black metal of death. We made sure this vinyl record sounds like evil storming and annihilating all things symphonic. Fanatics of Possessed, Bathory, Celtic Frost and Venom need not to hesitate. Limited edition of 200 hand numbered copies on black vinyl only. Comes with big 12×24″ inlay with lyrics, photos, etc. Co-release with Metal Soldiers Records.
HEIMDALLS WACHT will be playing a special set with your picks to celebrate 20 years of Westphalian battle hymns.
01.03 Gelenau (sold out in 4 hours) 18-19.07 Boarstream Open Air (last tickets available) 21-23.08 Wolfszeit Festival
+ more shows will be announced soon!
It has been 20 years since the first recording of Heimdalls Wacht saw the light of day: Westfälischer Schlachtenlärm. For 20 years, we have shared our ideals, visions, and emotions with surprisingly many people who value them and contribute to our drive. For that, we want to say THANK YOU! The complete separation between band and audience never existed. Above all, we want to give our true fans the opportunity to determine the anniversary setlist for the upcoming year 2025. All the Heimdalls Wacht songs that we should have played long ago – all the Heimdalls Wacht songs that have always meant something to you… you can let us know here. Just send a short email with the songs you want us to play to: jubilaeum@heimdallswacht.de
Simply write your song requests without much formality. The address will be active until January 3, 2025, after which it will be deactivated. But maybe you also feel like writing more? Over the years, we have repeatedly heard intense stories about the significance of Heimdalls Wacht – our songs, our lyrics, encounters with us, or specific moments on stage – very personal stories that often move us deeply. That’s how it should be; that’s why we exist. Share them with us! We want to hear them all! We also keep seeing interesting tattoos, custom patches, shirts, graphics, pictures… Share them with us! You surely know that we do not have any social media channels. Therefore, please make sure that the people this call should reach actually see it. Share it, repost it, publish it, forward it… We are counting on you!
We would also like to thank the co-founders of Heimdalls Wacht, who built and significantly shaped the band for over a decade: Narhemoth and Feuerriese!
In the year of our anniversary, we want to realize a series of projects and perform on stage more often than ever before. A number of concerts and festivals are already confirmed or close to agreement – others are additionally in negotiation. There has never been a greater chance to see us on stage. In January, we will release the “tour dates.” Some dates are still available, so if you want to bring us to your stage, you can send your request here: booking@heimdallswacht.de
We look forward to hearing from the Wächter family – may this be a memorable anniversary year!
