Label : Osmose Productions
Release : 26-6-2026
Originally released in 1993, Pure Holocaust stands as one of the defining albums of Norwegian black metal. Immortal's second studio album marked a crucial step in the development of their unmistakable frostbitten and relentless sound. Driven by Abbath and Demonaz, the band created an uncompromising masterpiece filled with blistering riffs, sinister melodies and the icy atmosphere of their mythical realm of Blashyrkh.
From the devastating opener “Unsilent Storms in the North Abyss” to the legendary title track and the relentless “The Sun No Longer Rises”, Pure Holocaust demonstrates why Immortal remain among the most influential pioneers of the Norwegian black metal movement. Razor-sharp guitar work, relentless blastbeats and Abbath's unmistakable harsh vocals create an overwhelming atmosphere of speed, aggression and frozen darkness. More than three decades later, the album remains an essential cornerstone of traditional black metal.
This special 2026 reissue comes on classic black vinyl, housed in a deluxe slipcase featuring alternative artwork. Inside, the record is presented in a gatefold sleeve with the original album artwork, offering two distinctive visual interpretations of this legendary release. An outstanding collector's edition and an essential addition to any Immortal vinyl collection.
Tracklist
Side A
Unsilent Storms in the North Abyss
A Sign for the Norse Hordes to Ride
The Sun No Longer Rises
Frozen by Icewinds
Side B
Storming Through Red Clouds and Holocaustwinds
Eternal Years on the Path to the Cemetery Gates
As the Eternity Opens
Pure Holocaust
