Following the announcement of their new album, The Shit Ov God, Behemoth have unleashed their latest single, “The Shadow Elite,” alongside a gripping music video.
On an exclusive invite-only basis, the band’s legionnaires gathered at a secret location for a raw, primal live performance. Branded and tattooed with Behemoth’s sigils, the band’s most dedicated fans, known as “The Shadow Elite,” form a chaotic scene as the band performs from within a cage.
Marking Ash Wednesday in true Behemoth fashion, “The Shadow Elite” channels their early roots with relentless blast beats and searing tremolo riffs, a ferocious testament to their signature sound.
Nergal commented, “‘The Shadow Elite’ is the second single and the opening track from our thirteenth album, The Shit ov God. A raw, high-energy anthem with a relentless drive – a banger built for the stage!”
He continues, “Lyrically, it’s a call to arms – a fearless battle cry for outcasts, anarchists, and free minds to rise. We will not be silenced. It’s about uniting and summoning the courage to embrace and amplify the fire of freedom that burns within us!”
Listen to the “The Shadow Elite” here, and watch the music video below:
Behemoth new opus, The Shit Ov God, will be released on May 9 via Nuclear Blast Records.
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.”
Nergal commented, “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.
Available formats:
* White With Gold/Black Marble LP Gatefold – Nuclear Blast Mail Order (600)
* White LP Gatefold – Indie (700)
* Clear LP Gatefold – Worldwide Retail (4500)
* Black LP Gatefold – Behemoth Webstore
* Black and Gold Splatter Deluxe LP Gatefold – Behemoth Webstore (2333)
^ Also available as part of a Deluxe Boxset via the Behemoth Webstore
* Picture Disc Deluxe LP (Glow In The Dark) – Behemoth Webstore
* Silver With White Splatter LP Gatefold – Mystic Productions (750)
* Black And Gold Split LP Gatefold – Mystic Productions (750)
* Clamshell (Mediabook & Pin Set) – Mystic Productions (1000)
* Jewelcase CD
* CD Mediabook
* Cassette — Mystic Productions (250)
* Digital Album
Pre-order/pre-save the album here.
Tracklisting:
“The Shadow Elite”
“Sowing Salt”
“The Shit Ov God”
“Lvciferaeon”
“To Drown The Svn In Wine”
“Nomen Barbarvm”
“O Venvs, Come!”
“Avgvr (The Dread Vvltvre)”
“The Shit Ov God” video:
Find ticket and date info about the Behemoth’s “Unholy Trinity” European tour with Satyricon and Rotting Christ here.
(Photo – Sylwia Makris and Christian Martin Weiss)
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On an exclusive invite-only basis, the band’s legionnaires gathered at a secret location for a raw, primal live performance. Branded and tattooed with Behemoth’s sigils, the band’s most dedicated fans, known as “The Shadow Elite,” form a chaotic scene as the band performs from within a cage.
Marking Ash Wednesday in true Behemoth fashion, “The Shadow Elite” channels their early roots with relentless blast beats and searing tremolo riffs, a ferocious testament to their signature sound.
Nergal commented, “‘The Shadow Elite’ is the second single and the opening track from our thirteenth album, The Shit ov God. A raw, high-energy anthem with a relentless drive – a banger built for the stage!”
He continues, “Lyrically, it’s a call to arms – a fearless battle cry for outcasts, anarchists, and free minds to rise. We will not be silenced. It’s about uniting and summoning the courage to embrace and amplify the fire of freedom that burns within us!”
Listen to the “The Shadow Elite” here, and watch the music video below:
Behemoth new opus, The Shit Ov God, will be released on May 9 via Nuclear Blast Records.
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.”
Nergal commented, “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.
Available formats:
* White With Gold/Black Marble LP Gatefold – Nuclear Blast Mail Order (600)
* White LP Gatefold – Indie (700)
* Clear LP Gatefold – Worldwide Retail (4500)
* Black LP Gatefold – Behemoth Webstore
* Black and Gold Splatter Deluxe LP Gatefold – Behemoth Webstore (2333)
^ Also available as part of a Deluxe Boxset via the Behemoth Webstore
* Picture Disc Deluxe LP (Glow In The Dark) – Behemoth Webstore
* Silver With White Splatter LP Gatefold – Mystic Productions (750)
* Black And Gold Split LP Gatefold – Mystic Productions (750)
* Clamshell (Mediabook & Pin Set) – Mystic Productions (1000)
* Jewelcase CD
* CD Mediabook
* Cassette — Mystic Productions (250)
* Digital Album
Pre-order/pre-save the album here.
Tracklisting:
“The Shadow Elite”
“Sowing Salt”
“The Shit Ov God”
“Lvciferaeon”
“To Drown The Svn In Wine”
“Nomen Barbarvm”
“O Venvs, Come!”
“Avgvr (The Dread Vvltvre)”
“The Shit Ov God” video:
Find ticket and date info about the Behemoth’s “Unholy Trinity” European tour with Satyricon and Rotting Christ here.
(Photo – Sylwia Makris and Christian Martin Weiss)
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