Greek black metal outfit Ceremonial Worship has released "Pantheon of Suffering," the second single from its upcoming studio album Between Sleep and Death, which is set to arrive on July 31. Released just days ahead of the full album, the track offers a compelling glimpse into the band's dark atmosphere and renewed artistic direction.

Founded in 2016 by High Priest C.W., Ceremonial Worship first drew attention with a series of EPs before joining forces with Filipino black metal act Omenfilth for the split release The Pact of Morbid Conspiracy, issued through Eternal Death in 2021. The band followed it with the limited-edition Ode to Dionyssus in 2022 before reaching a broader audience later that year with Seven Gateways to Eternal Misanthropy. That record also marked a significant turning point, showcasing the band's shift away from traditional Hellenic black metal toward a darker and more experimental sonic approach.

As of 2025, Ceremonial Worship has entered a new era following major lineup changes, led by the return of vocalist The Whisperer of Night. Petros P. has joined the band on bass, while George K. has taken over drumming duties, with founder High Priest C.W. continuing to command the guitars. Created with this renewed lineup, Between Sleep and Death is being presented as the band's most ambitious work to date.

Comprising nine tracks, the album remains firmly rooted in Hellenic black metal while drawing heavily from the genre's second wave. Echoes of early Kawir, Legion of Doom, Nocternity, and mid-era Nightfall can be heard throughout, as Ceremonial Worship merges its distinctive identity with a more martial, intense, and atmospheric production style. The newly released "Pantheon of Suffering" stands out as one of the strongest statements of this new chapter.

Between Sleep and Death will be released on July 31 via Eternal Death. With the previously unveiled "Hate Spells," two songs from the album are now available for listeners.

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 The full tracklist is as follows:

  1. Intro

  2. Hate Spells

  3. Towards Nothingness

  4. Cursed Abominations

  5. Where the Shadow Awakes

  6. Esoteric Struggle

  7. Shadows From Hell

  8. Pantheon of Suffering

  9. Tower of Endless Nights


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