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ldaruni is a black metal band from Yerevan, Armenia. The band came into existence in 2016; emerging as a raging force from the depths of the Armenian underground metal scene. Solidifying a permanent line-up, the band was focused on live performances while recording the first demo "Towards Subterranean Realms" which came to light in July 2018.
In 2020. Ildaruni signed a deal with Swedish label Black Lion Records, commencing a new chapter and announcing exclusive details about the debut album "Beyond Unseen Gateways." On the 16th of April 202s, the long-awaited album was released under the banner of Black Lion Records, consisting of eight compositions, unearthing a mesmeric path to the heathen past and provenance. The conceptual story behind the album denoted certain historical events, spiritual excerpts, and sacred/mysteries of the Urartian (Van) kingdom, which was concealed under the veil of time.
The album was recorded by Armen Shaverdi at Guitar Clinic Studio in Armenia. Then it was mixed and mastered by George Emmanuel (Lucifer's Child, and ex-Rotting Christ) at Pentagram Studio in Greece, while the artwork and layout were created by Erskine Designs, who perfectly captured the essential concept of the album.
Musically, Ildaruni represents a blend of ancient folk melodies and traditional black metal, filled with scorching aggression and chaotic transitions. The lyrical themes explore and disclose lesser-known aspects of heathen times, through the cognitive machinations of a bygone age and the esoteric appreciation of ancient pagan occultism. The band aims to unveil the grandeur and attainment of the specific epoch, imparting distinct content for the consumption of the listener taking them on a journey that dives into the mystic atmosphere of bygone times.
Ildaruni is actively participating in metal gigs and festivals in Armenia and abroad in countries such as Georgia, Greece, Romania, Bulgaria, France and sharing the stage with worldwide famous bands like Skyforger, Hate, Varathron, Harakiri for the Sky, Yoth Iria, Inferno, Moonsorrow, Dordeduh, Arkona, Thyrfing.