04/19/2026
PRE-ORDER: We are proud to announce the re‑edition of the seminal 1991 ABSU demo recordings, “The Temples of Offal” and “Return of the Ancients,” now presented collectively as ABSU – The Temples of Offal/Return of the Ancients – Remastered 35th Anniversary Edition (ATMF CD/LP 2026).
This definitive edition commemorates the origins of one of the most visionary and historically significant forces within United States death and black metal.
The label expresses profound honor in collaborating with ABSU and in honoring their enduring legacy. The recordings have been newly remastered from the original cassette/DAT sources to augment their sonic impact while preserving the rawness and primordial energy characteristic of the original sessions; no contemporary sterilization has been applied, only an amplification of their ancient power.
New cover artwork, evoking the occult essence of the early period, has been created by Monica Mey. Layout and design responsibilities were undertaken by Equitant @ Equitant Art and Francesco Gemelli ensuring a presentation commensurate with this milestone.
Remixing and remastering were performed by Equitant at Agurak Studios, accompanied by detailed liner notes authored by Proscriptor. Production is limited to 500 LPs (gatefold edition: 250 black vinyl & 250 silver vinyl) and 500 CDs, each accompanied by a sixteen‑page booklet containing lyrics, photographs, and original artwork by Equitant.
The ancient temples thus ascend once more…
Remastered LP version: includes
The Temples of Offal – Demo II: 1991 (3 Track Original Mix), The Temples of Offal – Demo II: 1991 (3 Track Rough Mix), Return of the Ancients Demo I: 1991 (4 Track Alternate Rehearsal Version) & Immortal Sorcery - Early Rehearsal Version (Azathoth: 1990)
Remastered CD version: includes
The Temples of Offal – Demo II: 1991 (3 Track Original Mix), The Temples of Offal – Demo II: 1991 (3 Track Rough Mix), Return of the Ancients Demo I: 1991 (4 Track Original Rehearsal Version) Return of the Ancients Demo I: 1991 (4 Track Alternate Rehearsal Version) & Immortal Sorcery - Early Rehearsal Version (Azathoth: 1990)
A T-shirt limited to 150 units has been made to celebrate this event.
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Aeternitas Tenebrarum
Cat n. CULT018 LP/CD – preorder links – items with an estimated shipping date of 10th June 2026
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