Konstantinopolis by Nox Doloris
Konstantinopolis by Nox Doloris is a Symphonic Oriental Blackened Death Metal album inspired by the history of medieval Constantinople. It is a musical journey through the wildest pages of history, filled with grandeur, passion and tragedy. Each composition of this project is a separate chapter, immersing the listener in the atmosphere of one of the most significant cities in the history of mankind.
Loud and aggressive riffs combined with epic orchestral interludes create a stunning picture of the heaviest battles. Complex guitar parts intertwine with string melodies, creating a sense of the heat of war. The lyrics paint an image of a ruthless world where anyone can become a victim, and each battle is the last. Each song tells about strategic rivalry, betrayal and the need to fight for survival, in which all sides are ready to cross the line.
This album is not just music, but a historical canvas that combines an epic symphony with dark Death Metal riffs. It vividly conveys the spirit of medieval Constantinople, drawing the listener into the whirlwind of events that changed the course of history, and touches on themes of loyalty, betrayal, sacrifice and greatness. While listening to it you are immersed in an atmosphere of tragedy and triumph: feel the tension of the great battles and realize how easily the fate of entire nations can change under the pressure of time and war.
Tracklist
| 1. | Κωνσταντινούπολις | 1:32 |
| 2. | The Law of Fatih | 3:56 |
| 3. | Hashasheen | 5:41 |
| 4. | Ottoman War Machine | 4:11 |
| 5. | Vlad the Impaler | 4:18 |
| 6. | Ayraat Malkuth | 3:39 |
| 7. | Caravan of Musa | 4:35 |
| 8. | Iconophobia | 4:29 |
| 9. | Pecheneg | 4:52 |
| 10. | Halfdan was here | 5:14 |
Credits
Rakshas - guitars, vocals, arrangements
Kukulkaan - drums
Ilirio d'Agon - bass
Naja Legionis - vocals
All music and english lyrics written by Rakshas
Guest artists
Dornot - clean vocals on The Law of Fatih and Hashasheen
Sirin - clean vocals, talharpa, Old Norse lyrics on Halfdan was here
Pavel Sartre - vocals on Halfdan was here
Wilvarin - clean vocals on The Law of Fatih
Graf Hate - backing vocals on Iconophobia
Anna Sadchikova - lyrics in turkish on The Law of Fatih
Swift - backing vocals on all tracks
Lex Romano - additional arrangements on all tracks
Sound crew
Alexanr Merenkov - sound producer, mixing, mastering
Yuri Bobyrev - sound engineer, editing, reamping
Zakk Hemma - drum tech
Artwork
Cover artwork - Mosa Eye, Rakshas
