Heathen Chronicles by Svelsurdus

Svelsurdus is a Black Metal project that was spontaneously formed in December 2021. Being inspired by bands from all over Europe that pay homage and respect to their fatherland, culture, traditions and pagan history, we, D. and K., decided to do something similar, however, in our own manner. The whole material for the "Heathen chronicles" album, except the lyrics of the last track, was written in about three weeks in December 2021. Lyrics for the last track were written somewhere during the first months of 2022. The lyrical aspect of the album is inspired by important events and people from the pre-Christian history of Bulgaria. The name "Svelsurdus" comes from the Thracian mythology and it is one of the several names of an obscure Thracian deity of thunder, lightning and rain. The album was recorded in different sessions during the first three months of 2022 in minimalistic home environment. Mixing and mastering work was done by Martin Tsenov in his Fimbulwinter studio in Iceland, however, he did not only mix and master the album but also wrote and recorded the first track, the intro, all by himself and that way he took part in the composing process too. The artwork used for the layout of the album, again - inspired by the same aspects as the lyrics, is all hand drawn by Elvira who also assisted with the layout editing. Svelsurdus’ goal is to inspire the listeners to embrace their own culture, to live for their nation and to dedicate their lives to their Fatherland. Sincere thanks to all of you who were involved in the project and helped us to shape the final vision of our pagan manifestation.

CD available at: https://www.trueunderground.cba.pl/

Svelsurdus is a Black Metal project that was spontaneously formed in December 2021. Being inspired by bands from all over Europe that pay homage and respect to their fatherland, culture, traditions and pagan history, we, D. and K., decided to do something similar, however, in our own manner.