Experience the unrelenting darkness of Mayhem's fourth studio album, Ordo Ad Chao. This LP Gatefold edition, released by Season of Mist, marks the return of vocalist Attila Csihar, delivering a raw and atmospheric journey into the depths of Black Metal.
Released on April 23, 2007, Ordo Ad Chao (Latin for "Order to Chaos") stands as a testament to Mayhem's enduring legacy in the black metal scene. The album opens with "A Wise Birthgiver," setting a foreboding tone with its haunting melodies and dissonant riffs. Tracks like "Wall of Water" and "Great Work of Ages" showcase the band's ability to blend chaotic aggression with atmospheric passages, while "Illuminate Eliminate" offers a sprawling epic that delves into esoteric themes.
Tracklist:
- A Wise Birthgiver
- Wall of Water
- Great Work of Ages
- Deconsecrate
- Illuminate Eliminate
- Psychic Horns
- Key to the Storms
- Anti
This limited edition vinyl is pressed on high-quality black wax, housed in a gatefold sleeve featuring minimalist yet evocative artwork by Trine Paulsen and Kim Sølve. The production, handled by Blasphemer and Attila, embraces a raw and unpolished sound, capturing the essence of the band's early work while pushing into new, experimental territories.
For fans of bands like Darkthrone, Gorgoroth, and Immortal, Ordo Ad Chao is an essential addition to your collection, embodying the cold, unrelenting spirit of Norwegian black metal.
Band Bio:
Formed in 1984 in Oslo, Norway, Mayhem is a pioneering force in the black metal scene, known for their influential works and controversial history. With albums like De Mysteriis Dom Sathanas and Chimera, they have continually pushed the boundaries of extreme music, cementing their legacy as innovators in the genre