{"product_id":"leviathan-sapthuran-split-double-lp-black-vinyl","title":"Leviathan \/ Sapthuran - Split Double LP (black vinyl)","description":"\u003cp\u003eOriginally released on 2006 on CD, this split finally receives its first vinyl pressing via on a double heavyweight 12” LP housed in a gatefold jacket. Features new cover art by Abomination Hammer, and includes bonus tracks from both bands. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis split stands out for the stark contrast between Sapthuran and Leviathan, each presenting a distinct approach to black metal that still works cohesively across one release. Both acts lean toward melodic structures, with layered guitars and restrained use of atmosphere; Leviathan incorporates subtle keyboards throughout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSapthuran opens the record with raw, wind-laced tracks built on minimal guitar lines, primitive but effective drumming, and cavernous, ritualistic vocals. The production is intentionally sparse, evoking isolation and ancient wilderness. Acoustic passages and recurring motifs give their side a consistent, primeval character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLeviathan follows with some of Wrest’s most aggressive and fully realized material of the era. The intro builds tension through harsh ambient noise before erupting into blasting drums and heavily distorted guitars — notably performed with live percussion rather than programmed drums. Vocals are more guttural and direct than on earlier releases. Tracks shift between relentless speed, mid-tempo weight, and stripped-down minimalism, with clean guitar and ambient sections used to close or contrast the chaos. Highlights include “The Fourth Blind Wound” and “Crushing The Prolapsed Oviducts of Virtue,” both balancing melody with brutality. Overall, this is a strong and uncommon pairing that showcases two very different interpretations of black metal without feeling disjointed. A worthwhile acquisition, especially in this limited vinyl format.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNew in poly bag\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2-LP black vinyl\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReleased by Bestial\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"Beastial","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48989087072512,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0636\/8768\/8448\/files\/leviathansapthuransplit.jpg?v=1783795601","url":"https:\/\/heavyandfast.com\/products\/leviathan-sapthuran-split-double-lp-black-vinyl","provider":"Heavy and Fast Records \u0026 Distro","version":"1.0","type":"link"}