The album sets off with the powerful
“Ninkigal”, catapulting the listener directly into the dramatic universe of
THERION with skillfully crafted compositions and operatic female vocals by Lori Lewis, alternating with grim growling and pleasing melodies. This then bursts into a heavy track with gloomy parts, building up to a fascinating score-like symphony.
THERION once more draw charm from the courage to mix styles ranging from gothic parts to melodic death metal and neo-classical elements to power metal in a complex and versatile way, thus challenging their listeners as witnessed on
“Twilight of the Gods”. The songs are quickly engaging and skillfully employ catchy melodies, as witnessed on uplifting tracks like
“An Unsung Lament” and
“Baccanale”. Advancing melodies are combined with rock elements, captivating lyrics and choir parts, while lively
“Maleficium” is structured around a duet between Thomas Vikström and Lori Lewis. Stomping
“Ayahuasca” is a true musical journey featuring a male choir and psychedelic elements, while speedy
“Nummo” offers splendid hard guitar explosions and the finest classic vocals and choirs.Overall, the compositions lean towards the magnificent and theatrical, offering a high variety of musical styles while deftly blurring the boundaries of metal and classical music. With their newest opus,
Leviathan III, mastermind Christofer Johnsson proves his incredible talent once more, and that
THERION have perfected their very own combination of versatile styles – resulting in the creation of a symphonic league of their own.
Leviathan III tracklisting:
1 Ninkigal
2 Ruler Of Tamag
3 An Unsung Lament
4 Maleficium
5 Ayahuasca
6 Baccanale
7 Midsommarblot
8 What Was Lost Shall Be Lost No More
9 Duende
10 Nummo
11 Twilight Of The Gods
Leviathan III will be available in the following formats:
6-Page Digipak CD
2LP Gatefold in Black
2LP Gatefold Silver – ltd. to 500 copies worldwide
Die Hard Deluxe Edition Gold / Black Marbled (incl. Album Cover Slipmat, Covert Artprint & Alternative Album Cover Artprint) – ltd. to 300 copies worldwide
Digipak Bundle (incl. Pendant, Cotton Bag, Patch) – ltd. to 200 copies worldwide
Digipak & Shirt Bundle
Digital Album
