Detaily
Formát: CD, Reissue, Remastered, Stereo
Původní vydání: 1986
Žánr: Rock
Styl: Death Metal
• Mayhem, the Norwegian pioneers responsible for invigorating a global scene alongside originators such as Venom, Celtic Frost & Bathory, formed in 1984 & with a long history of tragedy, intrigue & infamy have become truly revered legends of black metal, with a large part of their legacy established in the late 80’s & early 90’s, notably when guitarist Euronymous & bassist Necrobutcher welcomed Hellhammer on drums & Dead on vocals, to help shape a new & inspired era of darkness.
• Preceding this more notorious period, Mayhem’s formative years were spent honing a selection of tracks of pure brutality, eventually leading to 1987’s iconic ‘Deathcrush’ EP release – considered the launching point for the band onto the global map.
• The first seed of Mayhem was, however, planted with 1986’s ‘Pure Fucking Armageddon’ demo. Featuring the trio of Manheim, Necrobutcher & Euronymous, this is a cult rehearsal space recording including now timeless tracks & staples of the Mayhem live set such as the ‘Pure Fucking Armageddon’ track itself & ‘Carnage’, plus also features a cover of Venom’s genre-defining ‘Black Metal’. With a sound delivered in its most primal, raw & chaotic form, this stands as undoubtedly an influential early classic of Norwegian extremity.
• This edition of ‘Pure Fucking Armageddon’ coincides with the 40th anniversary of the band & is presented on CD format, containing the original classic cover artwork as well as a booklet with words from Necrobutcher plus rare images & featuring a recent tape source transfer.
