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Lucifer’s Child Unleashes "The Illuminant"
A New Chapter in Black Metal Darkness 

Greek black metal force, Lucifer’s Child has returned from the shadows with their long-awaited third studio album, "The Illuminant". Released via Agonia Records, this new offering solidifies the band’s position in the extreme metal world, blending ritualistic intensity with melodic grandeur. 

A Journey Through the Flames  

It has been seven years since Lucifer’s Child last graced the scene with "The Order" (2018), an album that garnered praise for its unrelenting aggression and atmospheric depth. Now, with "The Illuminant" , the band takes another bold step forward. The album presents eight tracks of pure blackened majesty, invoking both chaos and transcendence.   

Founding member George Emmanuel (ex-Rotting Christ) describes the record as an intense journey that blends the dark, the emotion, and the melody. The compositions reflect a mature, refined approach to black metal, embracing haunting soundscapes while maintaining their signature ferocity.  

The Band’s Evolution 

Since their formation in 2013, Lucifer’s Child has carved a unique identity within the black metal genre. With Stathis Ridis (ex-Nightfall) on bass, Marios Dupont (ex-Karma Violens) on vocals, and Nick Vell (Chaostar) on drums, the band has maintained a lineup that brings both experience and innovation. Their ability to fuse raw, old-school black metal elements with eerie, melodic interludes has set them apart.  

The Illuminant: A Conceptual and Sonic Revelation 

From the first ominous notes of the opening track to the final echoes of despair, "The Illuminant" is a deeply immersive album. It explores themes of spiritual awakening, inner turmoil, and the ever-burning fires of knowledge and destruction. Tracks like Siste Farvel and Nova Tenebrae highlight the band’s ability to craft both punishing and atmospheric compositions, while the title track serves as the record’s defining statement.  

The album’s production, handled by George Emmanuel, ensures a sound that is both massive and organic, allowing each instrument to breathe within the chaos. The result is an album that feels alive, an entity in itself, whispering arcane secrets to those who dare listen.  

The Return of Lucifer’s Child

With "The Illuminant" Lucifer’s Child reaffirms its place in the pantheon of modern black metal. It is an album that doesn’t just demand attention—it commands it. As the band embarks on this new era, one thing is certain: the flames they have ignited will not be extinguished anytime soon. 



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