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ROTTING CHRIST Release Surprise Digital Compilation The Apocryphal Spells By Larry Petro, News Monkey Tuesday, December 20, 2022 @ 7:55 AM Vol. I And Vol. II Available Now - advertisement - Greek metal titans ROTTING CHRIST are now releasing a surprise digital compilation featuring previously unreleased tracks! The Apocryphal Spells Vol I and II are out now on all digital streaming platforms. Listen to Vol I HERE and Vol II HERE. The compilation will be released as a physical edition in 2023! In addition, the band has recently announced a massive North American headliner with support from label-mates CARACH ANGREN and GAEREA as well as Eisenwald artist UADA! The "Under Our Black Cult" trek will kick off on February 16 in Houston, TX and will lay waste to the nation until the final curtain draws on March 14 in Orlando, FL! Prior to the tour, ROTTING CHRIST will be performing two pummeling sets on the 70,000 Tons of Metal cruise, including a very special anniversary set for their seminal album, Thy Mighty Contract. The ship sets sail from Miami on January 30 and will return to port on February 3! ROTTING CHRIST is supporting their record, The Heretics, which was released in early 2019 and can be ordered, downloaded, and streamed. The Apocryphal Spells Vol I: "Astral Embodiment" "Moonlight" "Phobia" "Tormentor" (cover) "Flag of Hate"/"Pleasure to Kill" (cover) The Apocryphal Spells Vol II: "Spiritus Sancti" "I am the Moonchild" "Noctis Era - remixed" "I Will Not Serve" "Black Sabbath" Back to Top

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