Ethos by FIRTAN

OFFICIAL AUDIO CASSETTE EDITION

Digital Album and Other Media Available through AOP Records and FIRTAN: https://artofpropaganda.bandcamp.com OR https://firtan.bandcamp.com

With three albums and two EPs to their name, FIRTAN's discography showcases a clear and audible progression.A work that promises to be their deepest, rawest, and heaviest yet. 'Ethos' delves into serious existential themes in an abstract manner, contrasting decline and opportunity within an ambivalent context. This juxtaposition is reflected in the music itself, confronting listeners with the harshness and sonic tension between harmony and dissonance, revealing the meaning and emptiness of existence.

‘Ethos’ follows the critically acclaimed 'Marter,' and stands as a testament to the vibrant dynamics within the German Black Metal Scene. The album will feature guest performances from J.J. (Harakiri for the Sky, Karg) and L.G. (Ellende).

Expect to be immersed in a world where melody and chaos collide, where unapologetic riffing and haunting melodies guide you through the shadows of the human condition.

Tracklist

1.	Hrenga	7:29

2.	Zores
3.	Contra Vermes
4.	Arkanum
5.	Wermut hoch am Firmament
6.	Moloch
7.	Ruakh
8.	Komm herbei, schwarze Nacht
9.	Wenn sich mir einst alle Ringe schließen

Credits

releases January 25, 2026

Music written by Phillip Thienger, except for
‚Wermut hoch am Firmament‘ & ‚Contra Vermes‘ by C.S.
‚Wenn sich mir einst alle Ringe schliessen‘ written
by Klara Bachmair. All Arrangements by Firtan.
Lyrics by David Kempf.

Firtan are:

Phillip Thienger - Vocals, Guitar
Oliver König - Bass
David Kempf - Drums
C.S. - Guitar
Klara Bachmair - Violin & Piano

Recorded in winter 2023 at
Klangschmiede Studio E with Markus Stock.

Mix & Master: Markus Stock
Cover artwork: Nona Limmen
Layout & design: Oliver König
Drawings: David Kempf
Band photos: Oliver König & Simone Fischer
Logo design: Irrwisch Artdesign

David Kempf is proudly endorsed
by Czarcie Kopyto Pedals and Samsun Cymbals.

Guest contributions:

J.J. (Harakiri For The Sky / Karg): Guest Vocals on ‚Hrenga‘
L.G. (Ellende): Guest Vocals on ‚Wermut hoch am Firmament‘
Markus Stock: Dulcimer & Additional Choir Voices

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