Cult Never Dies exists to celebrate both the past and present of extreme and underground metal, and as such, we are always interested in bands celebrating the early sound and ethos of the black metal genre. However, though we often hear newer bands talk of drawing upon the spirit of ‘true’ and ‘old school’ black metal, this often means simply recycling the Mayhem/Darkthrone/Burzum template of early 90s Norway. 

Thus, we are very proud to introduce our newest signing: Created in the shadows by a collective of black metal veterans, Achathras instead offer a much broader embrace of those glory years, resurrecting the values of the early to late 1990s European black metal scene, including aggressive riffs, atmospheric songwriting, caustic vocals and otherworldly synth work . 

Epic and at times melodic, the band’s memorable songwriting feels utterly fresh yet will resonate with those missing the departed spirit found in the early albums of Gehenna, Odium, Emperor, Hecate Enthroned, Obtained Enslavement, Taake, Old Man’s Child, Ancient, Dimmu Borgir, Abigor, Covenant, Malignant Eternal, Forefather and Mork Gryning. 

ACHATHRAS’ single ‘Anointed With Moonfire’ is available now, with the debut album A Darkness of the Ancient Past released on CD in September 2025.

ACHATHRAS: A Darkness of the Ancient Past,

Full-length album, released September 2025

1. The Weaving Of The Worlds
2. Anointed With Moonfire
3. A Cerement Of Flame
4. Emanation Of Chaos
5. Melancholy Wanderer
6. The Curse Of Supremacy
7. The Despiser Triumphant
8. A Lamenting Presence
9. The Uttermost Cold