Heruka returns with “Panacea”, a new EP set for release on March 21st, 2025, through Rude Awakening Records. The band unveils the single “Taedium Vitae”, now available for streaming. The cover artwork pays tribute to the dramatic death of Arria and Paetus, a powerful moment in ancient Roman history.
Cult black metal act Heruka returns with “Panacea”, a six-track EP fully sung in Italian poetry-style lyrics, continuing the approach of their previous full-length “Memorie”. The death theme remains at the core of this release, reinforcing the band’s dark and evocative storytelling.
A new track, “Taedium Vitae”, has been released as a visualizer and is now available on all major streaming platforms.
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The cover artwork pays tribute to the death of Arria and Paetus, a dramatic episode from ancient Rome. Paetus, a prisoner after a failed revolt against Emperor Claudius, was urged by his wife Arria to take his own life rather than endure dishonor. When he hesitated, Arria demonstrated her resolve by stabbing herself, handing him the dagger with the words, “It does not hurt, Paetus”. The artwork is based on François-André Vincent’s 1784 painting of the event.
“Panacea” will be released on March 21st, 2025, in a limited edition digipack CD via Rude Awakening Records and will also be available on all major streaming platforms.
