Undoubtedly one of the leading bands on the Swedish metal scene right now, WORMWOOD releases its new album ‘The Star‘ today, following up its highly praised predecessors ‘Nattarvet‘ and ‘Arkivet‘ – both albums that helped the band soar up the national charts and led to numerous nominations for prestigious awards.
The release of ‘The Star‘, concludes WORMWOOD‘s magnificent trilogy about death. ‘Nattarvet‘ was about the grim famine that plagued the people in the 19th-century Nordic region. ‘Arkivet‘ focused on the inevitable downfall of mankind and ‘The Star‘ tells the story of the end of the universe. ‘The Star‘ is the most accurate, personal, and melancholic work in their discography to date. The album features all of WORMWOOD‘s trademarks: serene passages, furious chaos, and heart-wrenching melodies.
There is no doubt that WORMWOOD has taken another big step forward musically, both in songwriting and performance. Nothing is left to chance, and everything is refined to the smallest detail without sacrificing the band’s unmistakable raw sound.
A future classic for sure!
Check out the Video for “Stjärnfall” HERE
WORMWOOD‘s “Trilogy of Death” is a conceptual journey through historical and existential themes. ‘NATTARVET’ explored the 19th-century famine in the Nordics, ‘ARKIVET‘ delved into the downfall of humanity, and in ‘THE STAR’, the band reveals the story of the universe’s last breath. This new album takes the listeners on a profound journey through a dying universe and acts as the last breath in a cosmos we perhaps don’t deserve. After ‘NATTARVET‘ and ‘ARKIVET‘ led the band to national chart successes and several nominations for prestigious industry awards, WORMWOOD has cemented its position as a leading force in the Swedish metal scene.
Renowned metal producer Sverker Widgren from Wing Studios in Stockholm lent his expertise to the mixing and mastering of ‘THE STAR’, to ensure a sound experience that matches the grandiose approach of the band’s vision.
“’THE STAR‘ is the last gasp of a universe we didn’t deserve,” says Nine, “With this album, we invite our fans to join us on a cosmic odyssey, exploring the depths of despair and the peace that follows. It’s the conclusion of a trilogy, a story we’ve been eager to share.” ‘THE STAR‘ is out today on all established streaming platforms, as well as physical copies, including the captivating vinyl edition: a double LP with a beautifully designed gatefold sleeve that visually complements the depth and complexity of the music.
‘THE STAR’ Track List:
1. Stjärnfall
2. A Distant Glow
3. Liminal
4. Galactic Blood
5. Thousand Doorless Rooms
6. Suffer Existence
7. Ro
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