Behemoth have always been known for not shying away from controversy, and they most certainly remain true to this approach with their 13th full-length. Here’s a band that, 34 years in, is releasing its most inflammatory and extreme record to date. Eight songs that go into the fathoms of humanity, divinity and what defiance means in an age where individuality is prized but everyone is clinging to their saviors. Musically, politically, or otherwise. The title of the album is in line with those sensibilities. Intentionally polarizing, founder and frontman Nergal, says of the title: “We chose this provocative title deliberately, rejecting subtlety in favor of a direct and polarizing statement. It’s a defiant plunge into the depths, daring to seek the absolute even in the gutter.”
But make no mistake, despite its apparent insubtlety, the album title gets a touch of genius when seen in combination with the strikingly clever artwork, which depicts an upside-down version of the most common Christogram, “IHS”.
Nergalcommented:
“I’ve reached a point in Behemoth’s journey and my own creativity where words and statements mean less and less. The true essence of who we are and what we stand for lies in our music, our art, our visuals, our sounds, our performances, and the ways we connect with you. I deeply believe Behemoth represents transcendent, timeless art.
The number thirteen – so magical and significant. If this were to be our final album, I could say I die a proud man. Without a shadow of a doubt, this is the most refined, purest representation of Behemoth. No filler, no excess – just the very best we have to offer, handed to you.
Hail Satan”
Behemoth meticulously chose the audiovisual artists involved on the album. Production on the album was helmed by the inimitable Jens Bogren of Fascination Street Studios (Emperor, Enslaved, Kreator, Rotting Christ et al.). Working closely with the band, Bogren’s deft hand underscored the band’s natural sound while sacrificing none of the mayhem and ferocity which permeates the band’s essence. As is always the case with Behemoth, the visuals were as carefully constructed as the sound. The band tapped long-time collaborator and partner in crime Bartek Rogalewicz (BLACK.LODGE.IS.NOW) as well as Dark Sigil Workshop to make the beautifully ominous and unique cover-art.
Don’t forget to catch Behemoth live on their Unholy Trinity headline tour with Satyricon and Rotting Christ. All dates and ticket info at the bottom.
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1. The Shadow Elite 2. Sowing Salt 3. The Shit Ov God 4. Lvciferaeon 5. To Drown The Svn In Wine 6. Nomen Barbarvm 7. O Venvs, Come! 8. Avgvr (The Dread Vvltvre) |
The Unholy Trinity Tour 2025
+ Satyricon
+ Rotting Christ
04-April – AT – Vienna, Gasometer
05-April – DE – Munich, Zenith
06-April – DE – Berlin, Columbiahalle
08-April – CH – Zurich, Halle 622
11-April – FR – Paris, Olympia – LOW TICKETS
12-April – UK – London, O2 Brixton Academy
13-April – NL – Tilburg, 013 Poppodium – LOW TICKETS
15-April – DE – Cologne, E-Werk
16-April – DE – Wiesbaden, Schlachthof
18-April – SE – Stockholm, B-K
20-April – NO – Oslo, Inferno Metal Festival *Behemoth only*
22-April – FI – Helsinki, Ice Hall
23-April – LV – Riga, Palladium
25-April – PL – Wrocław, Orbita Hall – LOW TICKETS
26-April – DE – Lichtenfels, Ragnaroek Festival *Behemoth only*
27-April – CZ – Prague, O2 Universum
