spawn of possession is a band i largely overlooked. i became aware of them when i saw the vinyl re-issue of their sophomore album "noctambulant" go up for pre-order at the artisan era internet shop. i am still looking for an e.u. retailer that carries artisan era records (anyone a clue?) and of course i was looking around on the bay. no "noctambulant" but the first album "cabinet" crossed my path.
"cabinet" already was released sixteen years ago in 2003. the label it actually appeared on was unique leader records and they lisenced the vinyl rights to french label osmose productions ten years later. the two labels seem to have teamed up quite a few times apparently. my copy of decrepit birth's "...and time begins" is a product of that liaison as well. back then black and limited red translucent vinyl was pressed and i was delighted to see the red lp on sale with a reasonable starting bid.
in the end i placed the only and thus the winning bid. the record arrived in prime condition. sharp edges to the sleeve, no seam splits on the printed dust sleeve and clean vinyl. the seller knew how to ship the goods well. musically this is fast and technical death metal of the breathtaking kind. archspire must have been great spawn of possession fans because there are quite a few similarities. not sure how many have been pressed. osmose productions. 2013.
