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2023-07-28

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RR98001

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Amorphis

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Relapse

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Rock-Pop

Welcome to Relapse, an American metal, hardcore/punk and experimental label founded by Matthew F. Jacobson. With a diverse range of styles including death metal, grindcore, metalcore, sludge, industrial, post-rock, synthwave, and black metal among others, we are dedicated to bringing you the best in heavy music.

Our label has a rich history with previous sublabels such as Release Entertainment and Desolation House that focused on ambient/dark ambient genres. We also have exciting series like Cult Classic and Relapse Singles Series that showcase exceptional talent from our roster.

Since 2016, all our new vinyl releases and reissues come with stickers featuring a unique 7 character code in the format LPXXXXR. This code is used as a stock keeping unit (SKU) to differentiate vinyl color variants. Please note that this code should not be confused with the actual catalog number which starts with RR.

Amorphis is a progressive metal band from Helsinki, Finland, founded in 1990. Originally starting out as a death metal band, they quickly evolved and created their own unique blend of heavy metal, progressive rock, and folk music. The name Amorphis was derived from the word "amorphous", meaning 'no determinate form or shape'.

The current line-up of *Amorphis* consists of Esa Holopainen on guitar since 1990, Tomi Koivusaari on guitar since 1990, Jan Rechberger on drums from 1990 to 1995 and again from 2002 onwards, Olli-Pekka Laine on bass from 1990 to 2000 and again since 2017, Santeri Kallio on keyboards since 1999, and Tomi Joutsen on vocals since 2004.

*Amorphis* has been highly successful in their career and has influenced many other bands in the genre. Some similar artists include Dark Tranquillity, Norther, Sentenced, Eternal Tears Of Sorrow, Insomnium, Before The Dawn, Wintersun,
Kalmah,
Omnium Gatherum,
Scar Symmetry,
Mors Principium Est,
Paradise Lost,
Be'lakor,
Hypocrisy,
Poisonblack,
Dark The Suns,
Charon,
Pain,
Moonspell,and Soilwork

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The album "Privilege of Evil" by Amorphis was released by Relapse Records. This Finnish death metal band's debut album showcases their unique blend of melodic and atmospheric elements with heavy, aggressive riffs.

With a running time of approximately 45 minutes, "Privilege of Evil" features nine tracks that take the listener on a dark and intense musical journey. The album opens with the haunting instrumental track "Pilgrimage from Darkness," setting the tone for what's to come.

Amorphis' signature sound is characterized by their use of melodic guitar harmonies, powerful growling vocals, and atmospheric keyboard arrangements. Tracks like "Black Embrace" and "Misery Path" showcase these elements, combining brutal heaviness with beautiful melodies.

The lyrics on "Privilege of Evil" delve into themes of darkness, despair, and inner turmoil. The band's poetic approach to songwriting adds depth and emotion to each track. Songs like "Vulgar Necrolatry" and "The Pilgrimage" explore these themes with raw intensity.

The production quality on this album is top-notch, allowing every instrument to shine through in the mix. The guitar solos are particularly impressive, showcasing the technical skills of the band members.

"Privilege of Evil" is a must-have for fans of melodic death metal looking for a unique and atmospheric listening experience. With its powerful riffs, haunting melodies, and thought-provoking lyrics, this album solidifies Amorphis as one of the pioneers in the genre.

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