Absu - The Third Storm Of Cythrául
Review by Daniel Livingstone
The album The Third Storm Of Cythrául by Absu is a masterpiece of blackened thrash metal. The band's signature sound is present in full force, with blistering riffs, thunderous drumming, and intense vocals. The production is raw and unpolished, adding to the album's overall atmosphere of chaos and darkness.
The songs on The Third Storm Of Cythrául are all excellent, with each one showcasing the band's technical prowess and songwriting skills. Tracks like "Swords and Leather," "The Winter Zephyr," and "Vorago (Spell 182)" are all standout cuts that will leave fans of extreme metal wanting more.
The musicianship on display is top-notch, with each member of the band contributing their own unique style to the album. The guitar work is particularly impressive, with intricate solos and harmonies that elevate the songs to new heights.
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Tracks
| Track | Duration | Preview |
|---|---|---|
| Prelusion To Cythraul / ...And Shineth Unto The Cold Cometh... | 6:48 | |
| ...Of Celtic Fire, We Are Born Including Terminus (...In The Eyes Of Ioldanach) | 8:33 | |
| The Winter Zephyr (...Within Kingdoms Of Mist.) | 3:00 | |
| Customs Of Tasseomancy (Quoth The Sky, Nevermore) ACT I | 3:57 | |
| A Magician's Lapis-Lazuli | 3:08 | |
| Intelligence Towards The Crown | ||
| Terminus (...In The Eyes Of Ioldanach) | ||
| Customs Of Tasseomancy (Quoth The Sky, Nevermore) Act I | 3:57 | |
| Customs Of Tasseomancy | ||
| Highland Tyrant Attack | 4:58 | |
| ...Of Celtic Fire, We Are Born / Terminus (...In The Eyes Of Ioldanach) | 8:33 | |
| Swords And Leather | 3:07 | |
| Morbid Scream | 2:10 | |
| Akhera Goiti - Akhera Beiti (One Black Opalith For Tomorrow) | 7:27 | |
| The Winter Zephyr | ||
| And Shineth Unto The Cold Cometh... | ||
| Prelusion To Cythrául Including ...And Shineth Unto The Cold Cometh... | 6:48 | |
| ...Of Celtic Fire, We Are Born | 6:13 | |
| Prelusion To Cythraul Including ...And Shineth Unto The Cold Cometh... | ||
| The Winter Zephyr (...Within Kingdoms Of Mist) | 2:59 | |
| Intelligence Towards The Crown | 1:56 | |
| Prelusion To Cythraul | ||
| Prelusion To Cythrául Including ...And Shineth Unto The Cold Cometh |
Video
ABSU The Third Storm Of Cythraul (full album)
Images
Catalog Numbers
- OPCD 045
- NP9718
- CRYPT41-1
- OPLP 045
- MUTP 019
- OPPIC 045
- OPCD045
- ARplp010
- 208
- OPCDL 045
- CDM 0304-1736
Labels
- Osmose Productions
- Nebiula Productions
- The Crypt
- Mutilation Productions
- Agonia Records
- Morbid Noizz Productions
- CD-Maximum
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Formats
- CD
- Album
- Reissue
- Cassette
- 2 × Vinyl
- LP
- Red Blood
- Vinyl
- Limited Edition
- Numbered
- Promo
- Picture Disc
- Mixed
- Remastered
- Remix 2013
- Blue Light
- Digipak
- Enhanced
Companies
| Role | Company |
|---|---|
| Distributed By | SPV GmbH |
| Licensed From | Osmose Productions |
| Phonographic Copyright (p) | Osmose Productions |
| Copyright (c) | Osmose Productions |
| Mastered At | The Ancient Way |
| Manufactured By | Pirates Press |
| Pressed By | GZ Media |
| Recorded At | Nomad Recording Studios |
| Made By | Sound Performance |
| Edited At | Nomad Recording Studios |
| Marketed By | www.soundcheck.ru |
| Published By | Nox Luna Inlustris Music |
Credits
| Role | Credit |
|---|---|
| Acoustic Guitar | Shaftiel |
| Artwork | Equitant Ifernain |
| Illustration | Equitant Ifernain |
| Bass | Equitant Ifernain (tracks: 1, 3 to 5), Shaftiel (tracks: 2, 6, 7, 9) |
| Cover | Kris Verwimp |
| Engineer | Absu, Alex Gerst |
| Executive Producer | Osmose Productions |
| Guitar | Equitant, Shaftiel |
| Lyrics By | Proscriptor (tracks: 1 to 3, 7), Trent White (tracks: 6) |
| Mastered By | Peter Clark |
| Edited By | Peter Clark |
| Other | Roberta Evans, Inc. |
| Percussion [Dumbeck | Sir Proscriptor McGovern |
| Gong | Sir Proscriptor McGovern |
| Ice Bells | Sir Proscriptor McGovern |
| Octotron | Sir Proscriptor McGovern |
| Trap Kit] | Sir Proscriptor McGovern |
| Photography By | James Bland |
| Producer | Absu |
| Composed By | Absu |
| Arranged By | Absu |
| Voice | Proscriptor (tracks: 1 to 5, 7, 9), Shaftiel (tracks: 2, 6, 9) |
| Drums | Proscriptor |
| Octotron] | Proscriptor |
| Executive-Producer | Osmose Productions |
| Artwork By | Kris Verwimp |
| Electric Guitar | Equitant |
| Electric Bass | Equitant |
| Photography | James Bland |
| Design Concept | Absu |
| Lead Guitar | Equitant, Shaftiel |
| Management | Roberta Evans, Inc. |
| Percussion | Sir Proscriptor McGovern |
| Bells | Sir Proscriptor McGovern |
| Concept By | Absu |
| Liner Notes | Sir Proscriptor McGovern |
| Percussion [Trap Kit | Sir Proscriptor McGovern |
| Dumbeck | Sir Proscriptor McGovern |
Notes
- p&c OSMOSE PRODUCTIONS 97 (ON CD)
- p&c OSMOSE PRODUCTIONS 03 (ON REAR COVER)
- PRINTED IN THE EU
- Published by LES EDITIONS HURLANTES
- Recorded in July and August 1996 NOMAD Recording Studios, Carrollton, TX, USA. Mastered & edited at NOMAD Studios, Carrollton, TX, USA.
- Sixth track is a cover version of "Morbid Scream"
- Total running time: 37:39
- Double vinyl in gatefold jacket. Limited to 175 on blood red vinyl.
- Recorded under the 1996 enchantment of Cythraul in July and August at NOMAD Recording Studios - Carrollton, Texas - USA.
- Limited to 1000 numbered copies. Housed in a gatefold sleeve.
- Includes Insert with Drawing.
- Double vinyl in gatefold jacket. Limited to 175 on black vinyl.
- Track 6 is a cover of Morbid Scream.
- This is the Promo CD version, in cardboard sleeve.
- B4 is not listed on the disc. Numbering of songs goes "...6., 7., 9."
- This opus was recorded at an incessant speed of 15 I.P.S on Ampex 499 tapes.
- Limited to 300 copies.
- The Third Storm Of Cythrául - Remix - 2013
- Double vinyl in gatefold jacket. Limited to 150 on electric blue vinyl.
- No Absu logo and album name on cover
- Pic-disc only re-issues of the 1997 album by Agonia Records (PL), released alongside similar editions of "Tara" (ARplp009) and "The Sun Of Tiphareth" (ARplp011).
- A side dublicates original front cover sans titel, logo and framing - cantains only the artwork and the words "Side: One". B side dublicates original back cover band portrait sans the overlaying liner notes with "Side: Two", Agonia Records logo and release number in their place.
- Agonia Records web-site wrote: "This is limited edition of 500 copies only. Comes with extended artwork and a large sticker including all relevant information about the album. Release under exclusive licence from Osmose Productions."
- Tracklisting, line-up info, copyright & publishing details contained on PE-sleeve sticker. Also claims the release as "ABSU Collector's Edition No. 5". Track titles loose quotation marks included on original release*.
- Recording details are similar to the original 1997 Osmose release.
- *) Thus the title of track A1 on this release is actually changed from "Prelusion To Cythraul" including "...And Shineth Unto The Cold Cometh..." to Prelusion To Cythraul including ...And Shineth Unto The Cold Cometh... - however discogs' capitalization rules prevents this grammatical detail/error from being reflected in the tracklisting.
- Cassette release for Poland.
- Recorded under the 1996 Enchantment of Cythraul in July and August at NOMAD Recording Studios, Carrollton, Texas, USA.
- Mastered at NOMAD Studios, Carrollton, Texas, USA.
- Publishing: Nox Luna Inlustris Music, BMI, Nashville, Tennessee, USA.
- Track 10 is a bonus track. There exists a regular jewel case edition.
- (p)+(c) Osmose Productions 97
- Packaged in a jewel case, a 20-page booklet.
- NOTE: This opus was recorded at an incessant speed of 15 I.P.S. on Ampex 499 tapes.
- Recorded Under The 1996 Enchantment Of Cythraul in July and August @ NOMAD Recording Studios - Carrollton, Texas - USA
- Mastering/Editing: NOMAD Studios - Carrollton, Texas - USA
- Publishing By Nox Luna Inlustris Music - BMI - Nashville, Tennessee - USA
- Management & Order: Roberta Evans, Inc.
- Wardrobe, Armor, & Gear: Moda, St. Michael's Emporium, and The Scottish Lion
- Leather and Tooling: Dragonskins Leather
- Backcard:
- ©&℗ 1997 OSMOSE PRODUCTIONS S.A.R.L.
- ℗ 2004 ООО «СД-МАКСИМУМ» по лицензии OSMOSE PRODUCTIONS S.A.R.L.
- ТОЛЬКО ДЛЯ ПРОДАЖИ В РОССИИ, СНГ И СТРАНАХ БАЛТИИ. THIS CD MUST NOT BE SOLD OUTSIDE RUSSIA, CIS & BALTIC STATES.
- Завод-изготовитель CD: ООО «РМГ Компани» 113405 Москва, Варшавское шоссе, д. 125, стр. 13 Лицензия: Серия ВАФ № 77-18
- На этом CD полный электронный каталог CD-MAXIMUM для PC/MAC.
- Розничная продажа: www.soundcheck.ru. Произведено в России.
- CD:
- ℗ 2004 CD-MAXIMUM under license of OSMOSE PRODUCTIONS S.A.R.L.
- THIS CD MUST NOT BE SOLD OUTSIDE RUSSIA, CIS & BALTIC STATES.
- Enhanced part is a full electronic catalog of CD-Maximum.
Barcodes
- Barcode: 4001617206720
- Label Code: 02406
- Matrix / Runout (Variant 1, 5): Sony DADC A0100360670-0101 11 A2
- Matrix / Runout (Variant 2): Sony DADC A0100360670-0101 11 A1
- Matrix / Runout (Variant 3): Sony DADC A0100360670-0101 11 A0
- Matrix / Runout (Variant 4): Sony DADC A0100360670-0101 11 A04
- Mastering SID Code (Variant 1 to 5): IFPI L551
- Mould SID Code (Variant 1): IFPI 94K4
- Mould SID Code (Variant 2): IFPI 74K5
- Mould SID Code (Variant 3): IFPI 94K8
- Mould SID Code (Variant 4): IFPI 946P
- Mould SID Code (Variant 5): IFPI 94K6
- Matrix / Runout: Sony DADC A0100360670-0101 11 A03
- Barcode: 4 001617 206713
- Matrix / Runout: (Side A) OPLP 45 A
- Matrix / Runout: (Side B) OPLP 045 B
- Matrix / Runout (Side A): 150929E1/A
- Matrix / Runout (Side A): PIRATES PRESS - CRYPT41-1 A
- Matrix / Runout (Side B): 150929E2/A
- Matrix / Runout (Side B): PIRATES PRESS - CRYPT41-1 B
- Matrix / Runout (Side C): 150929E3/A
- Matrix / Runout (Side C): PIRATES PRESS - CRYPT41-1 C
- Matrix / Runout (Side D): 150929E4/B
- Matrix / Runout (Side D): PIRATES PRESS - CRYPT41-1 D
- Matrix / Runout: DISCTRONICS S OPCD 045 01
- Mastering SID Code: IFPI L205
- Label Code: LC 2406
- Barcode: 7898902243143
- Matrix / Runout (mirrored): DISCTRONICS S OPCD 045 01
- Matrix / Runout (Mirrored): DISCTRONICS S OPCD 045 01
- Barcode (Scanned): 822603174120
- Barcode (Printed): 8 22603 17412 0
- Label Code: LC 02406
- Matrix / Runout: SOUND PERFORMANCE 15133-CD-0323 17-099-08-2
- Mastering SID Code: none
- Mould SID Code: none
- Barcode (Scanned): 4001617206720
- Barcode (Text): 4 001617 206720
- Mastering SID Code (Mirrored): IFPI L502
- Rights Society: SACEM SACD SDRM SGDL
- Barcode (As printed): 4 001617 206706
- Matrix / Runout (Mirrored): DISCTRONICS S OPCDL 045 01
- Mastering SID Code: IFPI L501
- Mould SID Code: IFPI 8706
- Matrix / Runout: CDM_0304-1736
- Matrix / Runout (Mould Text): RMG Company Лицензия МПТР России ВАФ № 77-18
- Rights Society: BMI
About Absu
American black metal band with a sound informed both by thrash and death metal. Formed in Dallas, TX in 1989, the band's name was originally Dolmen but this was soon changed to Absu.
The band was put on hiatus as guitarist and bassist Equitant Ifernain and Shaftiel departed, citing musical differences and disinterest in the band, respectively. Drummer Proscriptor injured his hand thereafter, requiring surgery, healing and therapy.
In 2007, Proscriptor resurrected Absu, announcing a new line-up and a new album.
On January 27, 2020, Proscriptor announced that he has decided to permanently dissolve Absu. After a series of legal disputes over the rights to the band name, Proscriptor then formed .
Aliases
- Dolmen
Members
- Brian Artwick
- Mike Kelly
- Danny Benbow
- Ray Heflin
- Gary Lindholm
- Russ Givens
- Dave Ward
- Vastator
- Geoffrey Sawicky
- Chris Gamble
- Dimitrios Dorian Kokiousis
- Shandy McKay
- Melissa Moore
- Paul Williamson
Summary by Daniel Livingstone
Comments
It's a masterpiece!!!!!!!!
There is no human being behind the drumset, it is just the mighty Proscriptor awakening the gods of war. All that is evil! Bow down before the master and praise the name of lord dog.
Absu are amazing...
Ouvindo agora ???
Vinyl repress please!!!
Sounds great!!!!! What a classic!
Why on earth did they remix this and the sun of tiphareth? They should ridiculous compared to the originals
The break from minute 6:20 onwards has always left me crazy!!! WONDERFUL??
Ave ABSU lml
Great remaster. But i have one question : Why in the world they didn't incude "Prelusion of Cythraul, Intelligence Towards the Crown, Terminus"???? It makes no sence...These songs gave another dimension to the record... WHY!!??...
Audible kick drums at last, yeaah! Better late than never, haha?
WTF! This is by far my favorite Absu release but this remix completely ruins the feel... Plastic drums no thank you! The original mix was a masterpiece, this is not.
I much more prefer the "old" version,that kick drum in "modern" version is ruining it for me to be honest. ABSU is one of my top favourite bands but I'll stick to their old style albums.
Ένα από τα πιο καλύτερα άλμπουμ τους.
Stainless classic!
masterpiece
This is remaster? Available on CD? A few years ago, I talked to Proscriptor about this.
Finally, you can hear the double drum kicks. As if I heard the new album ...
Finally, you can hear the double drum kicks. As if I heard the new album ...
This album is fantastic! Please, upload this remixed version on Spotify.
The remaster is awesome, thanks. But where is Prelusion of Cythraul, Intelligence Towards the Crown ? Of Celtic Fire also reduced.
Where's Prelusion to Cythraul?
Good job nevertheless
Good job nevertheless
0:00 Prelusion to Cythrául/...and Shineth unto the Cold Cometh...
4:41 Highland Tyrant Attack
9:44 A Magician's Lapis-Lazuli
12:56 Swords and Leather
16:07 The Winter Zephyr (...Within Kingdoms of Mist)
19:35 Morbid Scream (Morbid Scream cover)
21:51 Customs of Tasseomancy (Quoth the Sky, Nevermore) Act I
25:53 ...of Celtic Fire, We Are Born/Terminus (...in the Eyes of Ioldanach)
4:41 Highland Tyrant Attack
9:44 A Magician's Lapis-Lazuli
12:56 Swords and Leather
16:07 The Winter Zephyr (...Within Kingdoms of Mist)
19:35 Morbid Scream (Morbid Scream cover)
21:51 Customs of Tasseomancy (Quoth the Sky, Nevermore) Act I
25:53 ...of Celtic Fire, We Are Born/Terminus (...in the Eyes of Ioldanach)
ABSU-lutely AMAZING!
Remix/remaster is amazing. Hard hitting awesomeness
Amazing drums !!
Where all the old skool arrogant metal heads... ?
