Originally released in 1998, Pandemonic Incantations marked a crucial turning point in Behemoth's evolution-from their early black metal roots into the more complex, aggressive fusion of black and death metal that would define their later work. With this third full-length, the Polish horde expanded both sonically and thematically, offering a darker, more layered sound while continuing to sharpen their lyrical focus on occultism, anti-dogma, and self-deification.
Now, over 25 years later, Metal Blade Records proudly presents a definitive reissue of Pandemonic Incantations, available September 12, 2025. This expanded edition features 7 bonus tracks, including the "Bewitching the Pomerania" EP and rare rough mixes. A 20-page booklet dives deep into the album's legacy with archival photos, liner notes, and brand-new interviews reflecting on the record's lasting impact. The reissue also features new cover art by Eliran Kantor, paying tribute to the original artwork while reimagining it through a contemporary lens.
This reissue is not just a nod to Behemoth's past-it's a vital piece of extreme metal history, reborn for longtime fans and new listeners alike.
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"Pandemonic Incantations" is a powerful and important album in Behemoth's discography. It represents a significant step in their musical evolution, showcasing their growing intensity and brutality while also planting the seeds for their later, more refined sound. If you're a fan of blackened death metal or enjoy exploring the roots of a band's sound, this album is definitely worth checking out." - The Metal Archives
Tracklist
Disc 1
Diableria (The Great Introduction)
The Thousand Plagues I Witness
Satan's Sword (I Have Become)
In Thy Pandemaeternum
Driven by the Five-Winged Star
The Past Is Like a Funeral
The Entrance to the Spheres of Mars
With Spell of Inferno
Chwala Mordercom Wojciecha (997-1997 dziesiec wiekow hanby)
Disc 2
With Spell of Inferno (Mefisto)
Hidden in the Fog (1997 Version)
Sventevith (Storming Near the Baltic) (1997 Version)
The Thousand Plagues I Witness (Rough Mix)
Satan's Sword (I Have Become) (Rough Mix)
Entrance to the Spheres of Mars (Rough Mix)
Driven by the Five-Winged Star (Rough Mix)