Helmed by three figures revered in the Québec Black Metal underground, MISERERE LUMINIS have shaped an anguished, atmospheric and singular body of work since their 2008 formation. Following a self-titled debut “Miserere Luminis” (2009) and acclaimed follow-up “Ordalie” (2023), the trio now heralds their arrival on DMP with exceptional new album, “Sidera“, to be released March 6th, 2026.

Tracklist:

01. Les fleurs de l’exil
02. De cris & de cendres
03. Aux bras des vagues & des vomissures
04. À la douleur de l’aube
05. Dans la voie de nos lumières

MISERERE LUMINIS is:

Annatar – guitar, vocals
Neptune – guitar, bass, piano, texts
Icare – drums, vocals, strings

Drum and piano recording by Sylvaine Arnaud at Wild and Mixart studios, mastering at Tehom Productions.

The cover was painted by Adam Burke, band photography by Victoria J. Polsoni.

Extraordinary new album “Sidera” finds the band completing the journey set by 2023 predecessor, “Ordalie“: weaving impassioned Black Metal, cinematic soundscapes and contemplative textures into a deeply moving set of songs which blend heartfelt sorrow with a fierce will to exist.

MISERERE LUMINIS comment:

““Sidera” must be understood as the second chapter of what was started with “Ordalie“. Each piece explores a poetic tension between our human nature and consciousness, between untamed visceral experience and the elusive search for meaning. Although it was mostly composed in conjunction with “Ordalie“, parts of “Sidera” were composed with pure instinct.“

As an initiation into this spellbinding realm, MISERERE LUMINIS unveil the epic ‘De cris & de cendres,’ as its first single, a lament steeped in tragedy and wrath, mourning and longing – where profound sorrow meets unyielding spirit.

Listen to ‘De cris & de cendres‘ via Bandcamp on DMP’s YouTube channel:

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“Sidera” will be released on CD, vinyl – including an exclusive DMP variant – and digital on March 6th. A special t-shirt design will accompany the launch. Pre-orders are possible via DMP’s EU, US and Bandcamp shops.

MISERERE LUMINIS are an unorthodox, atmospheric Black Metal band who hail from Montreal and are born from the minds behind GRIS and SOMBRES FORÊTS, two prime-movers in the Québécois underground Black Metal scene. The band’s eponymous debut album was released in late 2009 on Sepulchral Productions, after which the band returned to the shadows. MISERERE LUMINIS was resurrected in 2018 for the creation of acclaimed second opus, “Ordalie“, which was unleashed in June 2023. Various live gigs – including an expansive Autumn 2024 tour through Europe with GIVRE – followed and demonstrated the band’s move towards a more luminous presence in future.

Intense works are currently in motion on an upcoming third album which will be released by Debemur Morti Productions.

Forged in the searing crucible of Quebec’s Black Metal scene, a singular artistic entity emerged in 2008 which united the creative forces behind GRIS and SOMBRES FORÊTS. Born from the shared vision of band-members Neptune, Icare, and Annatar, MISERERE LUMINIS first revealed itself via two enthralling albums under Sepulchral Productions. Now, the band proudly announces its alliance with DMP for the release of future material.

MISERERE LUMINIS and their self-titled 2009 debut were originally intended to be a solitary flash of brilliance. As the band states:

“At the onset, MISERERE LUMINIS was meant to be evanescent, a one-time occurrence. It was a simple collaboration project between our respective bands, GRIS and SOMBRES FORÊTS. A flicker at first, we soon found that it had its own essence and identity. But plainly, it’s the only music we can create: a passionate and explorative Black Metal in which we pour our hearts.“

Fifteen years of artistic kinship have transformed that initial spark into a sustained creative flame. With the release of acclaimed 2023 second album, “Ordalie“, MISERERE LUMINIS returned from a longer stay in the shadows and embraced a more luminous presence. The journey now continues, with work progressing fast on an upcoming third album which promises to delve even deeper into the band’s signature sound: an intricate, atmospheric and emotive vision of Black Metal.

“Listeners can expect the next chapter of “Ordalie“. The next album was mostly created during the same time. We push some ideas and experimentations a little further on the next one, but it’s going to be in the same global vein: long pieces with contrasted moments, from epic to sorrowful, a blend of beauty and anger.“

Further details on the new album will be unveiled in due course. Until then, follow MISERERE LUMINIS on Facebook, Instagram, and Bandcamp, and experience “Ordalie” directly here!

Following their onstage endeavours in 2024, MISERERE LUMINIS is already laying the groundwork to bring their forthcoming new album to audiences across Europe.

“We certainly wish to come back to Europe as soon as the next album is released. Our next live appearance might be at the end of the year. But nothing is officially planned yet.“

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MISERERE LUMINIS are an unorthodox, atmospheric Black Metal band who hail from Montreal and are born from the minds behind GRIS and SOMBRES FORÊTS, two prime-movers in the Québécois underground Black Metal scene. The band’s eponymous debut album was released in late 2009 on Sepulchral Productions, after which the band returned to the shadows. MISERERE LUMINIS was resurrected in 2018 for the creation of acclaimed second opus, “Ordalie“, which was unleashed in June 2023. Various live gigs – including an expansive Autumn 2024 tour through Europe with GIVRE – followed and demonstrated the band’s move towards a more luminous presence in future.

Intense works are currently in motion on an upcoming third album which will be released by Debemur Morti Productions.

MISERERE LUMINIS is: Neptune, Annatar, Icare