Today (May 30th) marks the official release of Kratornas‘ highly anticipated black metal “Ravaged by Hurakaan” cassette demo out through Grathila Records, plus an accompanying 7” Vinyl previously released on May 20th. These limited editions serve as the first taste of the forthcoming album “God of the Tribes”, scheduled for release on August 20th, 2025. Kratornas comments on the album:
“This album isn’t about being ‘advanced’ or ‘innovative’. It’s a return to roots, distilled into something raw and real. I’ve had first-hand experience with this kind of ‘indigenous music’. I was one of the drummers at festivals from fifth grade through my first year of high school. I didn’t copy those rhythms but wrote my own, taking that foundation and fusing it with Kratornas.”
The ‘Ravaged by Hurakaan (Remix)’ cassette features DJ Aromaz on the ProTape release and includes four distinct versions of the material. The 7″ vinyl offers a completely exclusive format experience with the demo version of “Ravaged by Hurakaan” on Side A. Side B features the instrumental ‘Drum and Bass’ version, available only on this vinyl pressing. Dan Swanö (Edge of Sanity) mastered both the vinyl and the upcoming album.
The initial response to the new material was enthusiastic, with early listeners noting the significant evolution of Kratornas‘s sound. Moving away from the hyperfast brutality of earlier releases, “Ravaged by Hurakaan” showcases a more methodical approach focused on atmosphere and tension.
Despite the shift in approach, the creator maintains that Kratornas still delivers powerful energy. If you sit down and listen with good headphones, it will bring out a different ‘experience’ because the mix is ‘moving and breathing’. Both the vinyl and cassette releases are available in extremely limited quantities through Kratornas‘ bandcamp and select underground distributors. These collectors’ items will not be repressed, making them essential acquisitions for dedicated followers. They are recommended for all fans of black metal.
Vinyl order and cassette order are available at https://kratornas.bandcamp.com/album/ravaged-by-hurakaan-7ep-2025
Vinyl – HURAKAN 7″ turntable-direct-to-cam – https://youtu.be/gnNNPniwPF8
Vinyl Track Listing :
Side A: “Ravaged by Hurakaan” – demo/rough mix of track #3 from the upcoming album “God of the Tribes”
Side B: “Drum and Bass” Instrumental of track #3 from the upcoming album “God of the Tribes”
The cassette – KRATORNAS – Ravaged by Hurakaan (QUE DIABLO Remix) featuring DJ Aromaz
Track Listing:
Cassette Side A: (28 Minutes)
1. Ravaged by Hurakaan (Que Diablo remix featuring DJ Amoraz) [2025]
2. Ravaged by Hurakaan (Demo/Rough Mix from 7″ vinyl) [2025]
3. Spit on God (2016/Sub Mix) *
4. Human Livestock (2019/Bulldozer Version) *
5. Three Unclean Spirits (2009) *
* = additional tracks to fill a C60. Mixed “exclusively” for this Cassette.
Cassette Side B: (29 Minutes)
6. Swarm of Rattlesnakes (2015/Meditative Ambient)
Track Listing:
1. Cursed Sky Serpent (15:00)
2. Evil and Plunder (3:00)
3. Ravaged by Hurakaan (7:00)
4. Novena para Guerra (11:00)
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