heavy-metal-darkness: In Aeternum |...Of Death And Fire |Soulseller Records

Wednesday, February 4, 2026

In Aeternum |...Of Death And Fire |Soulseller Records

Release Date February 6^th, 2026
Format CD/LP/Digital
Genre Black/Death Metal
Country Sweden

The story of In Aeternum began in 1992 under the name Behemoth, releasing two rehearsal tapes before adopting their current moniker in 1994. After circulating the track "The Pale Black Death" in 1996, the band recorded their first proper MCD, "...And Darkness Came," in 1997. This release caught the attention of Necropolis Records, leading to their 1999 debut album "Forever Blasphemy." The band toured Europe with Immortal and played Wacken Open Air, solidifying their reputation. They followed up with "The Pestilent Plague" in 2000 and "Nuclear Armageddon" in 2002/2003, moving to Agonia Records. Following the 2005 album "Dawn Of A New Aeon" and a tour with Belphegor, the lineup shifted, and they released the "Curse of Devastation" MCD in 2007 via Pulverised Records before going on hiatus in 2009.

Activity resumed in 2015 with a new lineup, resulting in the "The Blasphemy Returns" EP in 2016 and a mini-tour in 2017 before another period of silence. In 2024, a chance meeting at a festival in Sundsvall reunited the classic lineup of David Larsson, Daniel Sahlin, and Perra Karlsson. They began writing new material in October 2024, signed with Soulseller Records in 2025, and recorded their comeback album "...Of Death And Fire" that summer, marking a full return to their roots with the same members from two decades prior.

It has been twenty years since this specific trio of maniacs recorded a full-length together, and they clearly haven't spent that time softening up. David Larsson, Daniel Sahlin, and Perra Karlsson reunited to resurrect In Aeternum, and the result is the kind of violence you expect from Swedish veterans. They skipped the modern trends and went straight for the jugular. This is "Forever Blasphemy" era aggression channeled into 2026. The chemistry is obvious from the first second, delivering a barrage of noise that sounds like a chainsaw cutting through bone.

The guitars rip through the speakers with a raw, buzzing distortion that brings a sadistic grin to your face. Songs like "Danse Macabre" and "The Vile God Of Slime" prove that these guys can still shred with the best of them. Larsson and Sahlin trade riffs that are pure blackened death metal filth, hammering down on the strings until the job is done. Perra Karlsson behind the kit destroys everything in his path, blasting away with a level of intensity that puts younger bands to shame. It is loud, rude, and dangerous.

Larsson’s vocals are a distinct growl, spitting out lyrics about destruction and darkness like he truly means it. He sounds possessed here. The production, handled by the band and Gord Olson, keeps things gritty without turning into a mess. The inclusion of Erik Danielsson on "To Those Who Have Rode On" adds an extra layer of venom to the end of the album, fitting perfectly with the overall hostility of the music. It is a relentless assault that refuses to apologize for being exactly what it is: pure metal.

You won't find any symphonic nonsense or melodic singing here to ruin the vibe. In Aeternum sticks to their guns, delivering a collection of songs that aim to crush your skull. Tracks like "Beneath The Darkened Tomb" and "Mortuary Cult" keep the energy high, blasting forward with zero hesitation. This album creates a wall of sound that brutally assaults the listener, offering no weak moments or filler to skip. It is a solid, consistent listen for anyone who likes their music fast and heavy.

"...Of Death And Fire" is a victorious return for a band that never got enough credit back in the day. It is brutal, fast, and totally uncompromising. If you want music that sounds like a war zone, this is for you. Soulseller Records made the right move bringing these guys back into the fold. Crank it up and let the neighbors hate you, because In Aeternum is back to burn it all down.

Score: 8.3