Veni Domine- Material Sanctuary 1 (Bonus Track) [Colored Vinyl] [Deluxe] (PREORDER)
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Veni Domine's 1994 sophomore release Material Sanctuary expanded the band's already ambitious vision into even more progressive and haunting territory. Building on the foundation of Fall Babylon Fall, the album balances operatic vocals, intricate arrangements, and a doom-laden atmosphere with powerful lyrical themes. Songs like "The Mass" (with choir) add an otherworldly worship dimension, "The Meeting" captures the bittersweet reflection of a man preparing to meet God, while "Beyond the Doom" and "Behold the Signs" continue the apocalyptic focus that defined their debut. The title track delivers a sobering critique of materialism, confirming this album as one of the most thought-provoking works in the history of Christian heavy metal.Now reissued by Melodic Passion Records, this deluxe 2-LP White Vinyl Gatefold edition is fully remastered by Carl Johan Grimmark (Narnia) and features new artwork from the world-renowned fantasy artist Rodney Matthews. Each copy is a Swedish import, hand-numbered, and housed in a gatefold packed with full lyrics, exclusive band photos, photo spreads, and an in-depth continuation of the band history essay begun in the Fall Babylon Fall reissue.As a special bonus, the vinyl includes "Jag lyfter ögat mot himmelen," a Swedish hymn the band reimagined in their trademark epic, doomy style for their home church's 80th anniversary.Strictly limited to only 250 hand-numbered copies worldwide, the white vinyl pressing of Material Sanctuary is an essential collector's piece. More than just a follow-up, this album secured Veni Domine's place as one of the most distinctive and visionary forces in progressive and doom metal. Nearly three decades later, it stands as a towering achievement and a true classic of heavy metal history.For fans of Dream Theater, Queensrÿche, Crimson Glory, and Sacred Warrior - with influences from Trouble and Black Sabbath.
Tracklist:
- The Meeting
- Ecclesiastes
- Material Sanctuary
- Ritual of the Sinner
- The Mass
- Behold the Signs
- Wrath of the Lion
- Beyond the Doom
- Baroque Moderne
- Jag Lyfter Ögat Mot Himmelen
UPC > 726667942971
Format > New Vinyl
Label > Retroactive Records
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Format: New Vinyl/Metal
Veni Domine- Material Sanctuary 1 (Bonus Track) [Colored Vinyl] [Deluxe] (PREORDER)
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Release Date: 01.02.2026
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Veni Domine's 1994 sophomore release Material Sanctuary expanded the band's already ambitious vision into even more progressive and haunting territory. Building on the foundation of Fall Babylon Fall, the album balances operatic vocals, intricate arrangements, and a doom-laden atmosphere with powerful lyrical themes. Songs like "The Mass" (with choir) add an otherworldly worship dimension, "The Meeting" captures the bittersweet reflection of a man preparing to meet God, while "Beyond the Doom" and "Behold the Signs" continue the apocalyptic focus that defined their debut. The title track delivers a sobering critique of materialism, confirming this album as one of the most thought-provoking works in the history of Christian heavy metal.Now reissued by Melodic Passion Records, this deluxe 2-LP White Vinyl Gatefold edition is fully remastered by Carl Johan Grimmark (Narnia) and features new artwork from the world-renowned fantasy artist Rodney Matthews. Each copy is a Swedish import, hand-numbered, and housed in a gatefold packed with full lyrics, exclusive band photos, photo spreads, and an in-depth continuation of the band history essay begun in the Fall Babylon Fall reissue.As a special bonus, the vinyl includes "Jag lyfter ögat mot himmelen," a Swedish hymn the band reimagined in their trademark epic, doomy style for their home church's 80th anniversary.Strictly limited to only 250 hand-numbered copies worldwide, the white vinyl pressing of Material Sanctuary is an essential collector's piece. More than just a follow-up, this album secured Veni Domine's place as one of the most distinctive and visionary forces in progressive and doom metal. Nearly three decades later, it stands as a towering achievement and a true classic of heavy metal history.For fans of Dream Theater, Queensrÿche, Crimson Glory, and Sacred Warrior - with influences from Trouble and Black Sabbath.
Tracklist:
- The Meeting
- Ecclesiastes
- Material Sanctuary
- Ritual of the Sinner
- The Mass
- Behold the Signs
- Wrath of the Lion
- Beyond the Doom
- Baroque Moderne
- Jag Lyfter Ögat Mot Himmelen
UPC > 726667942971
Format > New Vinyl
Label > Retroactive Records
Shop online at Darkside Records.
Follow us on Instagram.
> Due to the current limited nature of music titles, ALL CD & Vinyl purchases are limited to ONE copies per customer, per item. If you place multiple orders for multiples of the same title, your subsequent orders will be canceled.