Benefit compilation »In The Loving Memory Of You« feat. Grand Cadaver, Besvärjelsen, Downfall Of Gaia, Firebreather & more out now on Suicide Records!
Sweden’s Suicide Records has just released a benefit compilation »In The Loving Memory Of You« on September 10th, 2024.
The compilation features 16 brand new songs by Grand Cadaver, Skitsystem, Knivad, Demonic Death Judge, M:40, Downfall Of Gaia, The Moth Gatherer, Fredag den 13:e, Besvärjelsen, Novarupta, Fabian Brusk Jahn, Rainbird, Ulmus, Division Of Laura Lee, GUHTS, and Firebreather.
Tracklist:
01. Grand Cadaver – Long Lost Light
02. Fredag den 13:e – Änglamakerskan
03. The Moth Gatherer – Black Lung
04. Knivad – Isen förlamar
05. M:40 – Tyngdlös
06. Skitsystem – Evig vinter
07. Downfall Of Gaia – Concrete Cemeteries.
08. Demonic Death Judge – Poisoner
09. Division Of Laura Lee – Vanishing Act
10. Firebreather – Last Train
11. Fabian Brusk Jahn – Perciption of the past
12. Besvärjelsen – Velvet Sky
13. Novarupta – Mosaic
14. Ulmus – Silenci
15. Guhts – Burn My Body
16. Rainbird – Going Down
Courtesy of Viral Propaganda PR:
Every six hours, someone commits suicide in Sweden. That means four people voluntarily end their lives every day, and that’s not counting drug overdoses or “accidents.” In response to this, Gothenburg-based record label Suicide Records is releasing the compilation album »In The Loving Memory Of You« on September 10th. The album features 16 bands with brand new songs, and all proceeds from this album will go to Suicide Zero, a Swedish non-profit organization that has been working towards a society without suicides since 2013. In addition to the bands, several partners and sponsors have contributed to funding the project, so that as much money as possible can go directly to Suicide Zero. Behind the project is Suicide Records founder Roger Andersson, who himself has a history of substance abuse and mental health issues.
“After three incredibly tragic deaths among my close ones, there is no other path to take. I simply MUST do this. The album touches upon emotions such as anger, grief, frustration, despair, and powerlessness in the face of the fact that someone close to you chooses to end their life as the final and only way out of the darkness. Suicide Zero works hard and purposefully so that none of us have to experience this, and therefore I hope that we can raise a substantial amount for their important work.” – Roger Andersson (Founder of Suicide Records and initiator of the project)
Photo credit: Richard Bloom
»In The Loving Memory Of You«
The compilation album will feature 16 brand new songs by the following bands: Grand Cadaver, Skitsystem, Knivad, Demonic Death Judge (Finland), M:40, Downfall Of Gaia (Germany), The Moth Gatherer, Fredag den 13, Besvärjelsen, Novarupta, Fabian Brusk Jahn, Rainbird, Ulmus (Spain), Division of Laura Lee, Guhts (USA), and Firebreather. Worth noting in this esteemed company are the punk icons Skitsystem, who, with their participation on the album, will be releasing their first new song in a staggering 18 years!
“When we were approached to contribute to this compilation album, it was a no-brainer to say yes. Even though I am fortunate to be spared from personal experiences regarding this issue, every suicide is a tragedy for society. No one should have to experience such emptiness that they see no other way out. Music is like therapy for many people, and by contributing with what we do best, we hope to help raise as much money as possible for Suicide Zero. They always have someone who is ready to listen if you need support.” – Mikael Stanne (Grand Cadaver, The Halo Effect, Dark Tranquillity)
To achieve a uniform and massive soundscape, renowned Johan Reivén at Audiolord Mastering in Gothenburg will take care of the mastering. If you recognize Johan’s name, it’s likely because he is the drummer in LOK, and since 2023, he’s also the stand-in drummer in Hardcore Superstar.
The album cover was incredibly important for the overall concept, as it is intended to respectfully reflect the emotions that arise when someone close chooses to end their life. To the great joy of everyone involved, none other than Error! Design in Barcelona agreed to do all the artwork, which is really big in the rock community. Error! Design is known for their detailed album covers, posters, and designs for iconic bands such as Metallica and Mastodon. The beautiful work on the cover of »In The Loving Memory Of You« was truly a bullseye.
In addition to Audiolord Mastering and Error! Design, the following companies contribute and sponsor the project through their services: Vinyl Plant in Estonia handles the physical record pressing, Republic 66 and German Metal Blade Records manage all PR work, Hårt Tryck produces a limited edition T-shirt to be sold for the purpose, and Danmark Music Group assists with digital distribution. Additionally, there have been private donations, but these donors wish to remain anonymous.
The album »In The Loving Memory Of You« is available for purchase as a double vinyl and sold exclusively through Bengans.se as well as Suicide Records’ own Bandcamp.
Bojan Bidovc // music enthusiast, promoter, misanthrop and sometimes a journalist as well