Bonus disc

Bonus disc: No

Catalogue number

VILELP1116

Colour

Black

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Download code

Download code: No

Rough Trade Exclusive

Rough Trade Exclusive: No

Extended format

Extended format: No

Format detail

Format Music US

Limited edition

Release date

2024-03-08

Signed copies

Signed copies: No

Supplier US

Orchard

Tax rate US

Sales:8.875

UPC / Barcode

801056811615

Total Cap

Black LP

Artist

Aura Noir

Genre US

Metal

Label US

Peaceville

Aura Noir is a black/thrash metal band hailing from Oslo, Norway. Formed in 1993 by Aggressor (Carl-Michael Eide) and Apollyon (Ole Jørgen Moe), the band quickly made their mark on the metal scene. With each member taking turns on different instruments depending on who wrote the songs, Aura Noir brought a unique dynamic to their music.
In 1996, they were joined by Blasphemer (Rune Eriksen) on guitar, further solidifying their sound. However, tragedy struck in 2005 when Aggressor fell from a fourth-floor window and suffered partial paralysis in his legs. The accident forced the band to take a hiatus but after a few years of recovery, they resumed creating music and performing.
With influences ranging from Nifelheim to Impaled Nazarene, Aura Noir has carved out their own distinct style within the black/thrash metal genre. Their powerful performances and intense musicality have garnered them a dedicated fanbase worldwide.

Newest Listed Items

Norway's Aura Noir was formed in 1993 by Aggressor & Apollyon in pursuit of a more thrash-based form of black metal than much of what was coming out at the time - particularly in their homeland - citing bands such as Slayer, Sodom & Kreator as inspirations along with purveyors of the scene such as Venom, for a dirtier, stripped down, violent black/thrash metal sound. Their first official release was the 'Dreams Like Deserts' EP on Hot Records in 1995, followed by the genre classic 'Black Thrash Attack' & from there-on Aura Noir has become a leading act of the scene.

Aura Noir, consisting of revered members from other leading acts such as Mayhem, Cadaver & Dodheimsgard, developed a strong underground fan base over the years through relentless live work & unwavering dedication to the dark & ugly thrash of the old masters of the 80’s. 'The Merciless' was the band's brutal 2004 masterpiece & the first release on Darkthrone's Peaceville imprint, which was known as ‘Tyrant Syndicate’.

This vinyl edition of 'The Merciless' marks 20 years since its original release, is presented on limited silver vinyl & contains the additional track 'Sulphur Void'.

The Merciless

Music US

Discover The Merciless by Aura Noir on limited silver vinyl. This brutal 2004 masterpiece from the leading act of the black/thrash metal scene is a must-have for fans. Includes bonus track 'Sulphur Void'.