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CRONIAN’s debut masterpiece ‘Terra’ to receive first-ever vinyl release
for 20th anniversary Nov. 13th; Pre-Order Now
Featuring members of BORKNAGAR and VINTERSORG
M-Theory Audio announces our next reissue – this one the long-awaited 20th Anniversary reissue of ‘Terra,’ the landmark 2006 debut album from avant-garde cinematic/progressive/black metal project CRONIAN. Originally formed by Øystein G. Brun (Borknagar, Molested) and Andreas Hedlund (Borknagar, Vintersorg), the duo created a cold sonic landscape that bridged aggressive metal with electronic textures. Available on vinyl for the very first time on November 13, 2026, this landmark release is pressed on exclusive, limited-edition "Iceolated Existence" colored vinyl (restricted to 300 copies worldwide).
Born from a collaborative desire to explore musical territories beyond their work in BORKNAGAR, ‘Terra’ pushed boundaries by utilizing digital home studios to combine extreme Scandinavian atmospheric riffs with score-like instrumentation. Mastered specifically for audio precision by legendary engineer Dan Swanö (Evergrey, Katatonia, Edge of Sanity), the reissue includes an expanded 4-panel insert featuring brand-new, reflective liner notes penned by Øystein G. Brun.
Pre-orders for the 20th Anniversary edition of ‘Terra’ are officially live now - ORDER HERE.
ABOUT CRONIAN:
CRONIAN was created as an outlet for BORKNAGAR guitarist Øystein G. Brun and singer Andreas Hedlund to explore cold, cinematic, and orchestrated symphonic metal beyond BORKNAGAR and the duo recorded three albums under the moniker.
2006’s ‘Terra’ which blended heavy Scandinavian atmospheric riffs with digital synth arrangements and score-like soundscapes
2008’s ‘Enterprise’ which expanded on the synth-heavy, atmospheric metal foundation of their debut, offering a more dynamic and polished sound.
2013’s ‘Erathems’ that featured heavier, darker arrangements and more prominent guitar work alongside complex vocal harmonies between Hedlund and guest contributions.
In the meantime, the duo continued to operate with their bandmates in BORKNAGAR releasing six albums and performing between 2001-2016, as well Hedlund has maintained and continues to release albums as VINTERSORG.
SEATTLE THRASHERS FORCED ENTRY SELL OUT! NEW VARIANT PRESSING ANNOUNCED.
BAND TO REFORM TO PLAY BLADES OF STEEL METALFEST IN MADISON, WI THIS MONTH
Demand exceeded expectations and the recent reissues of FORCED ENTRY’s classic sophomore effort, ‘As Above, So Below,’ have sold out quickly. If you are one of the fortunate fans who picked up a copy of the exclusive “Green Sludge” mail-order variant – those 100 were sold out during the pre-order phase – or even the 300 pressed of the “Microcosm Splatter” we have no more. Maybe you are lucky enough to find a blue one on retail shelves.
To appease continued demand we are expecting 100 more yellow “Bone Cracking Splatter” mail-order exclusives in the coming weeks hot of the press. So don’t sleep on this one as already half have been pre-ordered since adding to our webstore and Bandcamp
Even the first run of CDs are running low – and a new order placed for re-press (which corrects 2 typos).
Additionally, FORCED ENTRY feeling the love from fans have announced their return performance Sept. 19th at Blades of Steel MetalFest at Crucible in Madison, Wisconsin sharing the weekend with other Seattle stalwarts like Metal Church and Sanctuary alongside other legendary acts like Crimson Glory, Raven, Artillery and more. Tickets available at www.cruciblemadison.com
The reformed line-up consists of original vocalist/bassist Tony Benjamins and drummer Colin Mattson, along with guitarist Steve Campbell. The group have launched a new Facebook page so please follow them at https://www.facebook.com/ForcedEntryOfficial
Formed in the late 1980s, FORCED ENTRY carved out a unique space within the burgeoning Seattle metal scene, blending blistering thrash speed with complex, progressive song structures. ‘As Above, So Below’ remains a high-water mark for the band, celebrated by fans and critics alike for its aggressive intensity, musicianship, groove and technicality.
The 35th anniversary reissue features freshened up and expanded layouts by Marc Lopes, including a new interview with vocalist/bassist Tony Benjamins and extra pics and flyers. The original album was produced by Tom Soares (Demolition Hammer, Cro-Mags, Meliah Rage) and engineered by Jamie Locke (Obituary, Prong, Leeway) with artwork by Sean Wyett (Exodus, Cyclone Temple, Devastation). The album featured two music videos – “Macrocosm, Microcosm” and “Never a Know, But The No”.
M-Theory Audio Signs Colombian Thrashers PERPETUAL WARFARE;
New Single "Nihil Sumus" Online Now, Limited 7" Vinyl Pre-Order Live
Forged in the underground of Bogotá, PERPETUAL WARFARE delivers a neck-breaking assault of ferocious riffs, blistering speed, and uncompromising aggression. M-Theory was immediately taken aback by the unrelenting savagery, yet also by the band’s overall progression and maturity from earlier material and conversations began leading to the latest addition to our diverse and exciting label roster.
“It feels like a long road to get here; we’ve toured, played in places we never imagined when we started, and shared stages with bands that influenced us from the beginning, all while doing everything entirely DIY,” explains singer/guitarist Camilo Muñoz. “Being the first Colombian band to sign with M-Theory is a great honor. I think Marco and M-Theory are the right partner for us on this new stage; they understood where the band is today and where we want to go next. We're beyond excited about the future with M-Theory!”
The first stop of this new venture is introducing you to PERPETUAL WARFARE’s new music and “Nihil Sumus” is now on all streaming/download digital platforms for you to check out.
- Spotify: Or watch the frantic craziness of its accompanying music video
“M-Theory Audio has believed in 20 years of hard work, and we’re answering with the most aggressive and mature music of our career. ‘Nihil Sumus’ is the first single and the title track of our upcoming album. It brings together all the aggression we’ve built over these two decades,” states bassist Wilson Muñoz. “We want to remind people that faith and hope are sometimes not enough to make us face our mistakes, because at the end of the day, we are simply nothing.”