In that spirit, Void Wanderer Productions is dropping a pair of surprise CD releases — a little present for those who love dark, textured music and physical formats.
Surprise Releases Announcement
Now available: Asgrauw — Façade and Grafhond/Veenlijks – In harmonie met de dood/Galgenberg on CD. These releases arrived without fanfare to mirror the playful secrecy of Sinterklaas surprises: unannounced, tangible, and meant to be discovered.
Asgrauw – Façade Genre: Black metal Formats: CD, Jewelcase For Fans Of: Emperor, Darkthrone , Monarque & Sargeist
‘Façade’ explores the area between life and death. The unknown and inexplicable, sometimes things are not what they seem. From suspended animation caused by disease to the despair of being buried alive. The struggle between death wish and death fear. From losing your individuality to sacrificing your soul. All themes that balance on the thin line between the two worlds. Is there any difference at all? Or do we attach too much value to our corpus?
TRACKLIST
Versplinterd hout
Geketend
Zielloos
Offerande
Tussen Willen en Kunnen
Hernemen
As van de Doden
Levenswaan
Under license from Death Prayer Records, who originally released Façade on vinyl & tape in 2022.
Grafhond/Veenlijk – In harmonie met de dood/Galgenberg Genre: Black metal Formats: CD, 6P Digipack For Fans Of: WAR, Darkthrone, Wiegedood, Victimizer (NL), Asgrauw, Grafjammer & Hellripper
Combining two great underground Dutch black metal EP’s
‘In harmonie met de dood’ is a furious pounding of brutal emotionally laden Black Metal. A dense and intense storm of aggressive riffs, mournful chord progressions and taunted vocal performances.
‘Galgenberg’ brings you back to Medieval Amersfoort. A time where witches still burned at the stake, and innocent people where persecuted by the Church. A time where mysterious rituals were performed in the dark parts of the forests. Galgenberg is not your traditional Scandinavian inspired black metal release, instead the instrumental boundaries are pushed by drawing inspiration from a variety of genres to create an unique sound, worthy of the Dutch black metal scene.
Hexagraf conjures a bleak and suffocating atmosphere on their debut album, which delivers blackened doom for fans of Aeternus, Sear Bliss, and Thergothon.
Crawling tempos and crushing riffs form the backbone of this record, drenched in orchestral, symphonic keys that heighten the dread. Gravel-throated, smoke-scarred vocals roar over decaying lungs, delivering lyrics in Dutch that explore the dark underbelly of industry.
Monolithic doom passages give way to furious black metal blasts, creating a dynamic yet oppressive soundscape.
‘To Wither Beneath Thy Radiance’ pays hommage to early to mid nineties melodic/atmospheric black metal. Grandiose and bombastic. Tremolo picked melodies merged with merciless pummeling drums and subtle florishes of synths. Bleak, dark and without hope. At the same time atmospheric and catchy.
VOID WANDERER PRODUCTIONS proudly present you the fourth and final name for Diabolical Echoes pt.VIII; Verloren Vertellingen.
Verloren Vertellingen – A single timeframe, a shared vision, stories without limits…
Four entities of Dutch black metal join their forces and narratives, together composing “Verloren Vertellingen.” Stories that refuse to leave the mind. Written down, expressed through tones and words, recorded as an interpreter of what once was…
First is Hellevaerder, where souls are crushed to ash. A journey into the depths of humanity’s duality. Duindwaler adds another layer and devours the remaining souls. By thunderous war drums dunes are cleared and peoples and wanderers destroyed. A solo project by Daan Bleumink, recently performed live for the first time…
Warming up after the proclaimed violence is Schavot, Floris Velthuis’s creation performed live for the second time. Is ending up on the scaffold any warmer than finding yourself in icy cold and unreality? Two tracks where folklore is described and history is enacted. Accompanied by the Zwotte Kring, Floris leads you through these tales, may they sink into books forever.
Asgrauw closes with their story. Still bitter from past deeds, all-consuming yet carefully binding. They finish the set and deliver the final blow. They leave no one intact, heralds of history, brutal yet eloquent in their grim splendor.
LET US NOT FORGET.
Tickets are available for Diabolical Echoes pt.VIII. Tickets at the door will be €15,- and in presale will they be €12,50. The early-birds tickets are sold out
For full report on the Diabolical Echoes events check here!
Saterday 9th of May, Open 17.30 | Bands: 18.00 Willemeen , Willemsplein 1, Arnhem.
Hexagraf conjures a bleak and suffocating atmosphere on their debut album, which delivers blackened doom for fans of Aeternus, Sear Bliss, and Thergothon.
Crawling tempos and crushing riffs form the backbone of this record, drenched in orchestral, symphonic keys that heighten the dread. Gravel-throated, smoke-scarred vocals roar over decaying lungs, delivering lyrics in Dutch that explore the dark underbelly of industry.
Monolithic doom passages give way to furious black metal blasts, creating a dynamic yet oppressive soundscape.
VOID WANDERER PRODUCTIONS is thrilled to present you the full allbum “Phoenix Mortis” by Belgian Progressive Black Metal band Nyrak.
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Nyrak – Phoenix Mortis Release Date:October, 30, 2025 Genre: Progressive Black metal Formats: Vinyl / CD / Digital
For Fans Of: Der Weg Einer Freiheit, Septicflesh, Dimmu Borgir & Ne Obliviscaris
Nyrak is a progressive black metal band hailing from Belgium, embodying a relentless drive to push the boundaries of the genre. The band was conceived in 2021 by Guy Van Nieuwenhove — known in the metal community as Nevel of Gotmoor — as a bold and innovative solo studio project. His vision was to craft a unique sound that fused the raw intensity of black metal with progressive and orchestral elements, resulting in a sonic experience that is both dark and complex.
In its early stages, Nyrak saw Guy collaborating with a range of session musicians to bring his vision to life. This led to the release of the debut album Malvs in 2022, an ambitious and atmospheric record that quickly gained attention for its intricate compositions and haunting moods, establishing Nyrak as a formidable new presence in the metal scene.
As momentum grew, it became clear that Nyrak was meant to evolve beyond the studio. By March 2024, the project had transformed into a full-fledged live band with a permanent lineup.
On May 3rd, 2024, Nyrak released its critically acclaimed second album, Devourer Of All. Lauded for its innovation, thematic depth, and relentless energy, the album resonated strongly with fans and critics alike, expanding Nyrak’s reach across the international metal landscape.
In May 2025, the band took a bold step forward with the release of a new EP Faceless Tyrant, recorded in Dolby Atmos. This immersive and cinematic work represents another evolution in the band’s sound — more layered, intense, and boundary-defying than ever before. As one of the first extreme metal acts to embrace immersive audio technology, Nyrak reaffirmed its commitment to innovation and artistic exploration.
Building on the foundations laid by this EP, Nyrak’s third full-length album is set for release in October 2025. It will further develop the sonic and thematic paths explored in previous releases, offering a compelling and powerful journey through the darker realms of progressive black metal. From its origins as a solo project to its current form as a dynamic live entity, Nyrak’s story is one of constant evolution, artistic integrity, and a passion for performance. The band stands as a relentless force within the genre – driven by a hunger for innovation and a dedication to delivering immersive, unforgettable music.
TRACKLIST 1 Leviathan 2 Promethean Fire 3 Floods of Gilgamesh 4 Die Verwandlung 5 In the Halls of the Aesir 6 Phoenix Mortis I: In this Void 7 Phoenix Mortis II: Requiem 8 Phoenix Mortis III: Ashes to Flesh
On October 30th, 2025 internationally, Void Wanderer Productions are proud to present Nyrak’s striking album Phoenix Mortis.
With Phoenix Mortis, Belgian progressive black metal collective Nyrak unveils its most ambitious and conceptually charged work to date. This third album isn’t a mere collection of songs, it’s a meticulously crafted journey through mythology, self-destruction, and rebirth. Every track contributes to a thematic and musical arc that spans from the underworld to the pyres of human consciousness.
After a symphonic build-up, Leviathan erupts with brutal intensity. Pulsing rhythms, dissonant textures, and slicing guitar layers pull the listener into a vortex of chaos. The track feels like an awakening, not sluggish, but furious and determined. Choirs heighten the drama, giving it a ritualistic weight as if an ancient evil is being resurrected. Promethean Fire unfolds as an epic fusion of progressive black metal and majestic classical orchestration. Grim riffs and furious drums lay the foundation for a tale of redemption and rebellion. This fiery hymn of relentless strength and dark passion stands as one of the album’s highlights. Floods of Gilgamesh begins with the rhythm of a death mass, cold and hypnotic. It then explodes into icy riffs reminiscent of the Scandinavian masters: raw and unforgiving. Ominous staccato strikes cut sharply through the atmosphere. Die Verwandlung sinks into a claustrophobic ambiance that unfolds slowly. The track combines dragging riffs, subtle tempo shifts, and menacing orchestral frameworks to evoke a hallucinatory transformation. Musically, it balances hypnotic repetition with psychotic outbursts. In the Halls of the Aesir portrays a tale of struggle and salvation within a soundscape that’s both heavy and bombastic yet intimate and emotional. It carries the listener from shadowy depths to exalted heights, perfectly embodying the album’s dramatic tone.
The album concludes with the breathtaking trilogyPhoenix Mortis, where the central theme, destruction as a prerequisite for transformation, reaches its full expression. From the introspective void of In This Void, through the tragic farewell of Requiem, to the fiery resurrection of Ashes to Flesh, the album circles back to its own origin. What dies, returns. What burns, rises again.
Phoenix Mortis is a layered, ritualistic concept album where every composition fits perfectly. With it, Nyrak has not only refined its sound but sharpened its artistic vision. This is black metal that’s as ruthless as it is thoughtful—a battlefield of dissonance and beauty where even hope must walk through fire.
Line up: Lukas Risbourg: vocals, guitar Sven Van Laere: guitar Guy ‘Nevel’ Van Nieuwenhove: bass Bram Veldeman: drums
Credits Recorded Guy ‘Nevel’ Van Nieuwenhove: guitars, bass, orchestration Bram Veldeman: drums Lukas Risbourg: vocals, solo ‘Ashes to Flesh’ Niklaas Reinhold: guest vocals ‘Promethean Fire’
Mixed by Wannes Verschoren Mastered by Yarne Heylen Artwork by Belial NecroArts Photography by Ivan Coemans Lay-out by Ward Theunissen Logo by Modblack Moon
Vampires it’s time to get out of your coffins! The third band for Diabolical Echoes pt.VIII is Bloedmaan.
Bloedmaan – brings you true 90s inspired black metal with vampirical themes. Drawing inspiration from the well of romantic literature and wat is now generally defined as the second wave off black metal. What started out as a simple solo project, has now slowly expanded into a live band. With the repress of a sold out first album and a brand new album on the horizon, Bloedmaan stands ready to unleash its evil upon the world once again,…
Tickets are available for Diabolical Echoes pt.VIII. Tickets at the door will be €15,- and in presale will they be €12,50. The early-birds tickets are sold out
For full report on the Diabolical Echoes events check here!
Saterday 9th of May, Open 17.30 | Bands: 18.00 Willemeen , Willemsplein 1, Arnhem.
Time to reveal the second name for Diabolical Echoes pt.VIII
Suttungr – is a black metal band from Kerkrade, Limburg, founded in 2017. Their music blends the raw aggression of second-wave black metal with themes rooted in regional history, pagan resistance, and ancestral memory. Lyrics often explore uprisings and folklore from the Low Countries, with a focus on cultural identity and historical depth.
Tickets are available for Diabolical Echoes pt.VIII. Tickets at the door will be €15,- and in presale will they be €12,50. The early-birds tickets are sold out
For full report on the Diabolical Echoes events check here!
Saterday 9th of May, Open 17.30 | Bands: 18.00 Willemeen , Willemsplein 1, Arnhem.
Hexagraf conjures a bleak and suffocating atmosphere on their debut album, which delivers blackened doom for fans of Aeternus, Sear Bliss, and Thergothon.
Crawling tempos and crushing riffs form the backbone of this record, drenched in orchestral, symphonic keys that heighten the dread. Gravel-throated, smoke-scarred vocals roar over decaying lungs, delivering lyrics in Dutch that explore the dark underbelly of industry.
Monolithic doom passages give way to furious black metal blasts, creating a dynamic yet oppressive soundscape.
The First name we announce for Diabolical Echoes pt.VIII is Gogmagore: Raw, relentless black metal from the Netherlands.Emerging from the underground in 2020 and rising to full strength in 2023, this six-headed beast fuses old-school black metal with death metal intensity. Known for their visceral live shows—complete with corpse paint and pig’s blood—GogmaGore leaves a lasting mark on every stage they conquer.
Their debut EP Dissolved by Nature dropped in November 2023, unleashing their dark sound onto the world. With vocal duels, blistering riffs, and a style rooted in 90s Scandinavian black metal, GogmaGore channels the spirit of Horna, Emperor, and Gehenna.
Shared stages with Ancient Rites, Cirith Gorgor & more. Follow the chaos. Witness the ritual. GogmaGore is here to devour.
Tickets are available for Diabolical Echoes pt.VIII. Tickets at the door will be €15,- and in presale will they be €12,50. The early-birds tickets are sold out
For full report on the Diabolical Echoes events check here!
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