ERSHETU was founded in 2021 by conceptualist/lyricist Void and composer Sacr to create cinematic music that blends epic, obscure, and atmospheric Metal with the evocative dramatism of film scores. Each album examines the concept of 'death' as interpreted by different civilizations or religions.
The project's 2023 debut, "Xibalba", drew inspiration from Mayan folklore and sacred text the Popol Vuh, and featured the unmistakable vocals of Norway's Lars Are Nedland (BORKNAGAR, SOLEFALD) plus bass/additional guitars by the enigmatic French artist Vindsval (BLUT AUS NORD, FORHIST).
ERSHETU's upcoming second work, "Yomi", explores the death-lore of Japanese Shinto. The album features an expanded role for Vindsval - including lead vocals - and sees the band heading to deeper and darker territory.
"Yomi" is set for release on November 8, 2024.
ErshetuLP bundle
ErshetuCD bundle
ErshetuYomi
Gatefold 12" LP Comes with a 2-page insert and a download card. Pressed on transparent red heavy vinyl w/ black smoke. Colors on final record may vary to a degree from the mockup. Cinematic Black Metal project ERSHETU was formed in 2021 by conceptualist/lyricist Void and composer Sacr to explore formulations of Death within particular civilizations or...
ErshetuYomi
Digipack CD Comes in a 4-panel digipack w/ an 8-page booklet. First batch comes in black polycarbonate CD. Cinematic Black Metal project ERSHETU was formed in 2021 by conceptualist/lyricist Void and composer Sacr to explore formulations of Death within particular civilizations or religions. After tackling Mayan mythology via evocative 2023 debut...
ErshetuXibalba
Patch Woven patch. Yellow or green edge. Import from Pull The Plug Patches
ErshetuXibalba
Gatefold 12" LP Pressed on green/white galaxy effect heavy vinyl. Comes with a 2-page insert, an A2 poster and a download card. Colors on final record may vary to a degree from the mockup. The digital download includes an exclusive instrumental version of the album as bonus. ERSHETU was formed in 2021 by conceptualist/lyricist Void and composer Sacr to...
ErshetuXibalba
Cassette Black shell with 6-panel J-Card in a clear box. Limited to 50 copies. Comes with a download code. The digital download includes an exclusive instrumental version of the album as bonus. Color on final cassette may vary to a degree from the mockup. ERSHETU was formed in 2021 by conceptualist/lyricist Void and composer Sacr to create cinematic...
ErshetuXibalba
Digipack CD Comes in a 4-panel digipack w/ an 8-page booklet. ERSHETU was formed in 2021 by conceptualist/lyricist Void and composer Sacr to create cinematic music which merges epic, obscure and atmospheric Metal with the poignant dramaticism of film scores. Evocative debut album "Xibalba" - which focuses upon Mayan folklore - revolves around an...