The Halls of Eternity

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The Halls of Eternity
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Studio album by
Released2 November 1999
RecordedFebruary 1999 – April 1999
Genre Melodic black metal
Label Metal Blade
Producer Ancient
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The Halls of Eternity is Ancient's fourth full-length release. The cover-art is airbrushed by Perre, a Flemish airbrush artist.

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This is the first album to feature Aphazel, as band's vocalist. He recorded almost the entire album himself, except for drums, female vocals and guest appearance by Jesus Christ! on one song. Jesus Christ! was a member of the band, but he wasn't able to attend the recording process.

Track listing

No.TitleLength
1."Cast Into the Unfathomed Deeps"1:56
2."Born in Flames"3:59
3."The Battle of the Ancient Warriors"5:24
4."A Woeful Summoning"7:00
5."Cosmic Exile"4:28
6."Spiritual Supremacy"5:12
7."The Heritage"8:12
8."I, Madman"6:04
9."From Behind Comes the Sword"4:45
10."The Halls of Eternity"9:38
11."Arrival"4:48

Personnel

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