Death Metal

In 1991, Dark Opera was formed in Łódź, Poland, the very same city in which the band’s compatriots of similar ilk in Pandemonium had united approximately two years earlier. Dark Opera’s first year of existence was plagued by several lineup changes, but it stabilized later that year when the band began to write its own songs and played its first live gig in Łomża. The following April, Dark Opera recorded its first demo, “The Day of Pariah,” at Ariadna Studio in Łódź. Originally, this cassette was self-released, but the band was later signed by Carnage Records, who released a second iteration of the tape with alternate artwork. In 1993, the band added a second guitarist and recorded its first and only album, “Calling the Legend,” in April of that same year. Like the demo that had preceded it, the album was released by another Polish label, Baron Records, who made it available on cassette format only. Like the aforementioned Pandemonium, Dark Opera’s music was reminiscent of the great Samael and others like Alastis and Taranis, but it also incorporated a somewhat greater influence from both death and doom metal. Nuclear War Now! is proud to be the first to reissue both Dark Opera recordings on vinyl and thus continue its neverending objective of rekindling the great fires once set and then left unattended in the most obscure caverns of the underground.

Death / Doom Metal

In 1991, Dark Opera was formed in Łódź, Poland, the very same city in which the band’s compatriots of similar ilk in Pandemonium had united approximately two years earlier. Dark Opera’s first year of existence was plagued by several lineup changes, but it stabilized later that year when the band began to write its own songs and played its first live gig in Łomża. The following April, Dark Opera recorded its first demo, “The Day of Pariah,” at Ariadna Studio in Łódź. Originally, this cassette was self-released, but the band was later signed by Carnage Records, who released a second iteration of the tape with alternate artwork. In 1993, the band added a second guitarist and recorded its first and only album, “Calling the Legend,” in April of that same year. Like the demo that had preceded it, the album was released by another Polish label, Baron Records, who made it available on cassette format only. Like the aforementioned Pandemonium, Dark Opera’s music was reminiscent of the great Samael and others like Alastis and Taranis, but it also incorporated a somewhat greater influence from both death and doom metal. Nuclear War Now! is proud to be the first to reissue both Dark Opera recordings on vinyl and thus continue its neverending objective of rekindling the great fires once set and then left unattended in the most obscure caverns of the underground.

Black Metal

Ten stories which present the universe of DARKENHÖLD, showing its evocative power and putting an accent on its sound signature, drenched in the ink of a melodic Black Metal, with landscapes and underground galleries possessed by the medieval majesty, haloed by atmospheres and opened on imagination.

Black Metal

On „Nomad“, their seventh full-length album, DARKESTRAH venture further on their chosen path of Epic Shamanic Black Metal. Sharp Black Metal riffing and traditional Central Asian melodies, verses from Kyrgyz epic poetry and visions of spiritual quests are all woven into the fabric of this new opus.

Black Metal

With Embrace of Memory (originally released in 2005), Darkestrah reaffirmed their status as one of the most distinctive bands in the black metal scene integrating traditional melodies, instruments, and rhythms into an intense and atmospheric sound that reflects both their cultural roots and their continued evolution. Founded in Kyrgyzstan and now based in Europe, the band has long stood apart for blending the raw power of black metal with the rich traditions of Central Asian music.

Black Metal

With Embrace of Memory (originally released in 2005), Darkestrah reaffirmed their status as one of the most distinctive bands in the black metal scene integrating traditional melodies, instruments, and rhythms into an intense and atmospheric sound that reflects both their cultural roots and their continued evolution. Founded in Kyrgyzstan and now based in Europe, the band has long stood apart for blending the raw power of black metal with the rich traditions of Central Asian music.

Black Metal

Originally released in 2004, Sary Oy is the second album by Darkestrah, a band known for blending epic black metal with Central Asian folk traditions. Building on their debut Sary Oy, this release marked a major step in defining their signature sound: sweeping compositions combining harsh black metal, traditional Kyrgyz instruments, and shamanic atmospheres. Lyrically rooted in Tengrist spirituality and Kyrgyz folklore, the album fuses sweeping compositions combining harsh black metal, traditional Kyrgyz instruments, and shamanic atmospheres.
A deeply atmospheric and spiritual journey, positioning Sary Oy as a cornerstone of the band’s discography.

Cosmic Black Metal

Black vinyl in an embossed gatefold cover.

Cosmic Black Metal

Black vinyl in an embossed gatefold cover.

Black Metal

New full-length available on LP.

Ancient Records related material.

Black Metal

Originally released in 1994, here is the official 2024 repress on LP/CD,