The Fist In The Face Of God 9LP/DVD Boxset

Initially forming as Black Death back in 1986, now one of the most notable metal bands to have emerged from Norway.From the deathdoom technicality of 1991039s debut masterpiece 039Soulside Journey039, through the spearheading of the notorious 34second wave of black metal34 period of the earlier 1990s, amp the integration of punk amp heavy doom elements along with way, the Nordic titans have undoubtedly carved an exquisite amp eclectic legacy.039The Fist In The Face Of God039 focuses on the purer black metal period of the band in this limited deluxe set. Featuring nine classic albums in this collection, from the 34unholy trinity34 of Peaceville albums spanning 1992039s genredefining 039A Blaze In The Northern Sky039 up until 1994039s 039Transilvanian Hunger039 opus, the set concludes with Darkthrone039s 2004 swansong for then label, Moonfog Productions, in the form of 039Sardonic Wrath039.With each album having received a freshly updated master courtesy of Patrick Engel at Temple of Disharmony to ensure they remain in line with the originals, each title is also supplied with their original covers amp sleeve designs amp presented on heavyweight vinyl.Furthermore, included in the set is a 48page book written by longtime friend of the band, Harald Fossberg, detailing the career of Darkthrone through this essential period for the band039s development amp output, amp contains rare images from the period. Accompanying this is a DVD with an exclusive interview with both Fenriz amp Nocturno Culto also conducted by Harald Fossberg, covering the full history of the band, plus bonus features in the form of a trilogy of interviews from 2003, plus the band039s rare 1996 live show in Oslo.Finally, the set includes a selection of posters amp art prints containing artwork amp classic band photography.