RAISON D'ETRE Within The Depths Of Silence And Phormations 2LP TRANSPARENT , PRE-ORDER [VINYL 12"]

Release Date: 21.May.2025

Style: Industrial

Label: Rune Serpent Europa

Format

Limited Double Transparent Vinyl in Gatefold (400 copies – Numbered Edition)

– First time on vinyl

Cat Nr:RSE013  

Barcode: 0617669421116

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Rune Serpent Europa proudly presents: 

raison d’être – Within The Depths Of Silence And Phormations 

A true masterpiece of dark ambient finally resurfaces in stunning new vinyl and CD editions!

Originally crafted by Cold Meat Industry in 1995, Within The Depths Of Silence And Phormations is a defining work of sonic mysticism, now reborn through Rune Serpent Europa in a breathtakingly limited pressing.

This album is a cornerstone of the genre, an unparalleled journey through shadowy cathedrals, industrial ruins, and the vast chasms of the subconscious. From the opening moments, Peter Andersson conjures an atmosphere thick with sacred reverence and existential dread. Distant choirs echo like ghostly remnants of forgotten rituals, deep drones stretch into eternity, and mechanical whispers lurk in the periphery, weaving an intricate soundscape that feels both ancient and otherworldly. Each track is a carefully crafted meditation on silence and decay, where melancholic beauty and desolate ambiance merge into an experience that is as haunting as it is transcendental.

The album’s structure is impeccable, moving fluidly between solemn passages of minimalist sound design and dense, immersive sonic walls that envelop the listener. Tracks like Sephiroth and Euphrosyne feel like gateways to another dimension, drawing you deeper into Andersson’s unique vision of spiritual isolation and transformation.

Few albums capture the very essence of dark ambient as completely as Within The Depths Of Silence And Phormations. It’s a work that demands full immersion, headphones, darkness, and an open mind. Whether you’re a longtime devotee of the genre or a newcomer seeking the perfect entry point, this is an essential, timeless masterpiece that continues to inspire and mesmerize nearly three decades after its creation.

From the moment the needle drops, listeners are drawn into the abyss of Peter Andersson’s haunting world, a realm of ethereal choirs, distant industrial echoes, and cavernous drones that feel as if they were pulled from the depths of forgotten cathedrals. This isn’t just music; it’s an immersive experience, a ritual, a descent into meditative oblivion.

For the first time ever on vinyl, Within The Depths Of Silence And Phormations (original 1995 recording) comes in three stunning editions: 300 numbered copies on classic black vinyl, 300 on a mesmerizing gold/black vinyl and 400 on transparent, each housed in a lavish gatefold cover that perfectly complements the album’s somber elegance. The warmth and depth of organic sound elevate the already immersive compositions, making this a must-have for any dark ambient connoisseur.

But that’s not all, this reissue also brings a luxurious 3CD Sublime edition (limited to 500 numbered copies), featuring an updated mix of the complete album, additional tracks and a second mastering of the original 1995 album, offering yet another dimension to the album’s haunting soundscapes. Whether you’re a longtime devotee of raison d’être or a newcomer to Andersson’s sonic universe, this release is an essential piece of the puzzle. With only 1500 copies spread across all formats, this is an opportunity that true collectors and fans of the genre cannot afford to miss.

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Tracklisting (LP):

Side A:

A1) Sephiroth – Original
A2) Ascent of the Blessed – Original

Side B:

B1) In Absence of Subsequent Ambivalence – Original
B2) Fall of the Damned – Original

Side C:

C1) Euphrosyne – Original
C2) Inner Depths of Sadness – Original
C3) Of Dying Relics – Original

Side D:

D1) Dreams Essence – Original
D2) Saifeiod – Original