Sitra Ahra (U.S. Digipak)

2010 release from the Swedish Death Metal outfit, an epic musical odyssey of mysticism, Metal, and operatic elements of the highest caliber. It is this latest effort that proves the band continues to climb the ladder of innovation. On Sitra Ahra, the newest incarnation of the band continue their exploration of the occult and their affinity for over-the-top, bombastic orchestrations. This lineup includes main man Christofer Johnsson along with now permanent vocalist Thomas Vikstr”m (ex-Candlemass). Johnsson also recently recruited Christian Vidal (ex-The Road Vultures, ex- Cuero) from Argentina as the band's new guitarist. Comprising Therion's new rhythm section are Johan Koleberg (Animal, Zan Clan, Lion's Share) on drums and Nalle "Grizzly" P†hlsson (Treat, Zan Clan, Vindictiv) on bass.