Where at Night the Wood Grouse Plays (White Vinyl)

Limited edition to 1000 copies on white vinyl of “Where at Night the Wood Grouse Plays”, third full-length studio album by the Germans Empyrium...

Last available copies of this astonishing vinyl edition of “Where at Night the Wood Grouse Plays”, the impressive third full-length by German duo Empyrium, representing one of the most significant shifts in their trajectory, almost entirely abandoning the metallic elements of their first two works to venture into a purely acoustic, intimate and deeply evocative realm, thus marking the beginning of their neofolk phase built upon acoustic guitars, flute and minimalist arrangements that reinforce a pastoral and melancholic atmosphere.

Far removed from the doom-laden density of “Songs of Moors & Misty Fields”, the duo here embraces more restrained and organic compositions, where Thomas Helm’s clean, operatic voice takes on a central role, supported by simple yet deeply emotional structures. Widely regarded as one of the key references within contemporary dark folk, the album builds a sonic universe that evokes forests, solitude and an almost spiritual connection with nature, establishing Empyrium as one of the most singular and refined acts within the European scene.

This version, limited to only 1000 copies worldwide, comes presented on white vinyl and deluxe gatefold sleeve, also including padded inner sleeve...