{"product_id":"crossing-the-fiery-path-necromantia-cd","title":"Crossing The Fiery Path, Necromantia - CD","description":"\u003cp\u003eDijipac - Sealed\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eNecromantia – Crossing the Fiery Path\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eArtist:\u003c\/b\u003e Necromantia\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTitle:\u003c\/b\u003e Crossing the Fiery Path\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e CD (Original Pressing)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eOriginal Release Date:\u003c\/b\u003e 1993\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eLabel:\u003c\/b\u003e Osmose Productions (Catalog: OPCD 015)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eGenre:\u003c\/b\u003e Black Metal \/ Hellenic Black Metal\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBackground \u0026amp; Production\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8\" data-index-in-node=\"24\"\u003eCrossing the Fiery Path\u003c\/b\u003e is the debut full-length album from Necromantia and a foundational pillar of the Greek black metal sound. Alongside Rotting Christ’s \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"8\" data-index-in-node=\"181\"\u003eThy Mighty Contract\u003c\/i\u003e, this album defined the \"Hellenic\" style—prioritizing occult atmosphere, mid-tempo grooves, and melodicism over the raw, freezing blast-beats of the Norwegian scene. Recorded at \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8\" data-index-in-node=\"379\"\u003eSin Ena Studio\u003c\/b\u003e in Athens, the album is famous for its unique instrumentation: the band famously used \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8\" data-index-in-node=\"480\"\u003etwo 8-string basses\u003c\/b\u003e (one for melody\/leads and one for rhythm) instead of standard electric guitars, creating a thick, ritualistic, and cavernous sound that remains unique in the genre.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMusical Composition \u0026amp; Style\u003c\/b\u003e The album is a sophisticated mix of aggressive black metal, dark ambient, and neoclassical elements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Sound:\u003c\/b\u003e Characterized by \"Baron Blood’s\" incredible bass work, which provides both the crushing low-end and the soaring, distorted leads usually reserved for guitars.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eKey Tracks:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"12\"\u003e\"The Vampire Lord Speaks\"\u003c\/b\u003e and \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"42\"\u003e\"Lord of the Abyss\"\u003c\/b\u003e are quintessential Hellenic black metal, featuring theatrical vocal deliveries and slow-building, sinister arrangements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eAtmospheric Interludes:\u003c\/b\u003e Tracks like \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"36\"\u003e\"The Warlock\"\u003c\/b\u003e feature keyboards, saxophones, and flutes, leaning into a progressive\/avant-garde territory that was very advanced for 1993.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eLyrical Themes:\u003c\/b\u003e Deeply rooted in the occult, vampirism, and ancient mythology, delivered by \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"92\"\u003eThe Magus\u003c\/b\u003e in a distinct, commanding rasp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eOriginal CD \u0026amp; Collector Notes\u003c\/b\u003e As one of the early releases on the legendary \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11\" data-index-in-node=\"76\"\u003eOsmose Productions\u003c\/b\u003e, the original CD is a \"holy grail\" for black metal collectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eIdentification:\u003c\/b\u003e The original 1993 pressing (OPCD 015) comes in a standard jewel case.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe \"Grey Face\" Disc:\u003c\/b\u003e The original disc face is typically a muted grey\/silver with black text and the Osmose logo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMatrix Info:\u003c\/b\u003e Look for the matrix code \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"38\"\u003e\u003ccode data-path-to-node=\"12,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"38\"\u003eOPCD 015 12\u003c\/code\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e or similar, often with a \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"75\"\u003e\u003ccode data-path-to-node=\"12,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"75\"\u003eMASTERED BY DADC AUSTRIA\u003c\/code\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e stamp in the hub.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eArtwork:\u003c\/b\u003e The cover features a classic, grim illustration by \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"60\"\u003ePanos Sounas\u003c\/b\u003e, depicting a ritualistic scene that perfectly matches the \"Fiery Path\" theme.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e2002 Reissue:\u003c\/b\u003e Note that Osmose reissued this in 2002 with a different layout and a \"remastered\" sound. The 1993 original is significantly more valuable due to its uncompressed, authentic 90s dynamic range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eKeywords:\u003c\/b\u003e Necromantia, Crossing the Fiery Path, Original CD, 1993, Osmose Productions, Greek Black Metal, Hellenic Black Metal, The Magus, Baron Blood, Rare Black Metal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCollection Ideas:\u003c\/b\u003e 90s Black Metal First Pressings, Hellenic Metal Foundations, Osmose Productions Classics, Cult Occult Metal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eRelated Artists:\u003c\/b\u003e Rotting Christ, Varathron, Thou Art Lord, Zemial, Mortuary Drape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Necromantia","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51398425674045,"sku":"5632","price":30.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0959\/2605\/9325\/files\/R-3016039-1320540287.jpg?v=1771379110","url":"https:\/\/gravestonerecords.com.au\/products\/crossing-the-fiery-path-necromantia-cd","provider":"Gravestone Records","version":"1.0","type":"link"}