Press release –
Following the release of their chart-topping,17th studio album, “Destination” (released in May 2025 via ROAR here), German gothic metal pioneers CREMATORY continue their legacy of darkness and power with a special series of reissues, unleashed through ROAR – A Division of Reigning Phoenix Music.
Today, the band proudly re-releases limited vinyl editions of the following cult albums: “Illusions” (1995), “Das Deutsche Album” (1996) and “Awake” (1997)!
In the mid-1990s, CREMATORY emerged as a leading force in the German gothic metal scene. Formed in 1991, the band fused death metal roots with darkwave and gothic influences, creating a unique sound marked by growled vocals, melodic keyboards, and melancholic themes. By the time “Illusions” was released in 1995, CREMATORY had refined their identity, gaining international attention with emotionally charged songs and powerful live performances. Their work during this era helped shape the sound of European gothic metal, and alongside 90s cult acts such as TYPE O NEGATIVE, TIAMAT, MOONSPELL, THE GATHERING and PARADISE LOST, CREMATORY became one of the most successful representatives of their genre.
Each release comes as a collector’s edition and in digital formats – remastered by CREMATORY guitarist and producer Rolf Munkes– carefully reissued to bring these milestones of gothic and death metal back to the turntable where they belong.
But the journey doesn’t stop here: On October 17th, CREMATORY will continue their reissue campaign with three more fan favorites, once again via ROAR:
Act Seven (1999) – A cornerstone in the band’s catalogue, blending gothic melancholy with thunderous riffs, showing CREMATORY at the height of their creative force! Believe (2000), the band’s dark yet melodic masterpiece that pushed boundaries with its fusion of electronic elements and gothic metal intensity, marking a bold step into a new millennium. Same like Revolution (2004): True to its name, this album saw CREMATORY embrace evolution with modern touches while staying deeply rooted in their trademark gothic sound.
This marks a unique chance for fans and collectors to own these defining records in exclusive vinyl form as well as digital — a celebration of more than three decades of relentless gothic metal spirit.
For CREMATORY, the fire still burns. For the fans, the classics live again.
CREMATORY is:
Felix Stass – Vocals
Rolf Munkes – Gitarre
Oliver Revilo – Bass
Katrin Jüllich – Keyboards, Samples
Markus Jüllich – Drums, Programming
Visit: www.crematory.de
