DEUTERONOMIUM’S fourth studio album is a concept album, based on a book titled ”Devotions upon Emergent Occasions”.
The book was written by English poet and priest John Donne (1572-1631) when he was suffering a nearly fatal illness. The doctors gave him only a little, if any hope of surviving. During his convalescence he wrote a series of meditations and prayers on health, pain, and sickness. After all, he did survive and lived several more years. His book later became well known for its phrase “for whom the bell tolls” and the statement that “no man is an island”.
After reading the book, DEUTERONOMIUM’s bass player and main lyricist Manu Lehtinen, was inspired to write the lyrics for 12 songs based on the book. As usual, vocalist/ guitarist Miika Partala composed the majority of music. Manu and lead guitarist Kalle Paju also composed some songs for the new album.
Music-wise, this album is a logical continuation to their previous album, “From The Midst Of The Battle”, only this time the attack is even more aggressive. The sounds are heavier and the overall production, make this album a real fist-in-your-face -experience! The recordings for the album started in mid-March. The released date is set for August 31, 2011.
SOLITUDE
SEVEN CRITICAL DAYS
BEING HUMAN
SURGITE MORTUI
HOW DEEP MUST WE DIG
ALIVE, IMMORTAL
SOUL SICKNESS
GRAVEBED
SUN AND MOON
ARCANUM SERPENS
DIVINE COUNCEL
THE BELLS ARE RINGING
