- Black 12" vinyl (33rpm) in deluxe gatefold sleeve with gold foil, linen-like lamination and 12-page insert. First pressing 1.700 copies worldwide!
For over three decades, Tolis brothers Sakis and Themis have carved a blackened path through the metal world. Architects of the Hellenic black metal, ROTTING CHRIST have been blending histrionic atmospheres, mesmerizing choirs, and neo-classical arrangements for 35 years.
Now, the Greek metal legends present their 14th studio album: ‘Pro Xristou’. Translating to “Before Christ” in Greek, this album is a fervent tribute to the last Pagan kings who stood resilient against the Christian tide, safeguarding ancient values and knowledge. Dive deep into the legacies of figures like Flavius Claudius Julianus and Nordic mythological kings through tracks such as "The Apostate" and "Ygdrassil".
‘Pro Xristou’ encapsulates the essence of Rotting Christ's signature style - a melodic symphony with moments of unyielding harshness.
Artwork by Thomas Cole (1801-1848), the cover art is 'Destruction', which is part of the painting series 'The Course of Empire'.
For fans of NIGHTFALL, MOONSPELL, SEPTICFLESH, PRIMORDIAL, VARATHRON, …
CD/ LP:
1 Pro Xristou (Προ Χριστού) 01:29
2 The Apostate 05:01
3 Like Father, Like Son 04:35
4 The Sixth Day 03:56
5 La Lettera Del Diavolo 04:01
6 The Farewell 06:15
7 Pix Lax Dax 04:33
8 Pretty World, Pretty Dies 04:51
9 Yggdrasil 05:04
10 Saoirse 06:17
Total time 46:07