Crematory
Formed: 1991
From:
Mannheim,
Germany
Last Known Status: Active
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Crematory To Release New Album In May 2025
Crematory, the pioneers of German gothic metal, has signed a new record deal with ROAR. With over three decades of influence and innovation in the international metal scene, Crematory are pleased to release their upcoming and previous albums with a strong and experienced partner. Fans can look forward to an exciting and extensive future with their heroes.
The band is currently working on finalizing their new studio album "Destination," which is scheduled for release on May 2, 2025. Fans can expect a return to the classic gothic metal style with lots of catchy hits. The album release will follow with an extensive tour of Germany. "The new studio album ‘Destination’ is an ingenious mix of the 90s gothic metal times like ‘Illusions’, combined with hard melodic death metal hymns like ‘Act Seven’ and modern electronic songs with German lyrics in the style of ‘Revolution’. More is not possible," says drummer Markus Jüllich happily and adds: "With ‘Destination’ the new standard of the modern melodic gothic metal era is determined! The previous album “Inglorious Darkness” was the start of Felix singing all the songs on his own again and now we've managed a perfect precision landing with “Destination”!"
Jochen Richert, Managing Director of ROAR, expressed his enthusiasm about the collaboration: “Welcoming the German gothic metal legends Crematory to ROAR feels good. In addition to the new studio album, we have the pleasure of releasing 14 catalog titles. The challenge here is that the tracks are not available digitally. We have worked out an extensive release schedule that will take place over the next two years. This is an exciting task that we are very happy to take on.” More...
Crematory Debuts "Trümmerwelten" Video
Shortly after dropping their new album, "Inglorious Darkness," at the end of May and entering the German charts at #17, the Gothic Metal veterans are releasing another single from their successful album. Standout track "Trümmerwelten" lyrically illustrates a dystopian scene, while opulent keyboards build epic melodies to create orchestral, symphonic soundscapes underlined by heavy drumming. The song comes with a dark music video visualizing the song’s atmosphere. "Trümmerwelten" is the fourth video for the current chart album "Inglorious Darkness." The band decided to post this video additionally after the release date, because the subject of the lyrics unfortunately fit much too well to the current situation with the Russian war. It’s their way to say "Fuck War - make music!"
Crematory on the chart entry:
"We are overjoyed and especially very grateful to our fans that even after more than 30 years of band history our fans are still so loyal and support us again and diligently bought records bought records, CD's and boxes. Fans are the most important thing a band needs and we have and we will never forget that, because you make our dream come true again and again. Many, many, many thanks!" More...
Crematory Unveils New Music Video
"Break Down The Walls" marks the second single off the upcoming record from German Gothic Metal pioneers Crematory, entitled "Inglorious Darkness," out May 27, 2022 via Napalm Records. The newest single is a straightforward hit of a track – emerging as a gentle melody wrapped in heavy metal drums that will creep right into your head to stay, providing another metallic preview of the album. Stay tuned!
Crematory on "Break Down The Walls":
"Gothic Rock'n Roll Motherfuckers! This is what modern Dark Rock must sound like. After our first Gothic Rock'n Roll hit "The Fallen" from the millennium year 2000, here is the second Gothic Rock'n Roll steam hammer, which drills directly into the auditory canal! The Crematory hit factory is still running at full steam!
"The lyrics of ‘Break Down The Walls’ are about the fact that there will be always someone stronger and better and that sometimes it’s necessary to break some rules to achieve your goal." More...
Crematory Reveals New Album Details
Gothic Metal icons Crematory are an undeniable institution. Now, with more than 30 years in the scene, the band continues to showcase why they are heralded as one of the best of the genre with their new album, "Inglorious Darkness," out May 27, 2022 via Napalm Records!
Today, Crematory has revealed the first single and title track from the album! The catchy and powerful gothic metal hymn features energetic vocals and heavy guitar sounds, proving Crematory's unstoppable power. The five-piece delivers the perfect taste of what their fans can expect from the upcoming studio album with “Inglorious Darkness”. Stay tuned!
Crematory on "Inglorious Darkness":
"This is the title track of the album with slightly progressive influences and a brilliant hit chorus. The song is about the fear of being alone in the darkness, but still feeling comfortable and having the feeling of safety and familiarity." More...
Crematory Releases New Music Video
German pioneers of European gothic metal Crematory have released a heart-wrenching version of the 90s ballad "Like The Tides" along with an atmospherically arranged music video.
With the cover version of this !distain classic, Crematory showcases another aspect of their musical expertise. The accompanying audio-visual features original !distain shots leading up to a vigorous symbiosis of expressive Crematory ambience and Connie Andreszka’s vocals.
Crematory is well known for their harsh wave of industrial metal and gothic dimness – but this cover version proves that they are maintaining versatility in the latest stage of their long career.
The music video presents both their passion for music and the melodic side of Crematory's musical identity. Their latest release, Unbroken, connects all shades - on the one hand underlining the significance of strength and determination, while on the other, remaining faithful to the darker and existential roots of the scene the band was born in in the 90s. Crematory pursue their conquest towards the dark Parnassus of gothic metal finesse, their spirit unbroken ready to face the challenges of life.
Markus Jüllich, Crematory, on the new single:
"This song has been a part of my life since the nineties and symbolizes an emotionally charged ballad, which is perfectly fitting for Crematory. I would say it’s like the 2.0 version of our ballad 'Perils of the wind!'" More...
Crematory Signs With Century Media
One of the pioneering acts of the fertile European goth metal scene in the 1990s, Crematory began as a strict death metal unit in 1991 before adding goth and industrial elements into their arsenal. In their 28 year long career, the band, centered around original members Markus Jüllich and Felix Stass, released 14 studio albums, three live albums, various compilations and splits, played hundreds of shows around the globe and they are still hungry for more.
Napalm Records is proud to announce the partnership with Crematory, one of the most influential bands of the last several decades and to work on their next studio album, which will be out in spring 2020. More...
Crematory Leaves "Everything" On The Stage
Germany's leading gothic/industrial metal act Crematory issued a live clip for the song "Everything." The clip appears on the new CD/DVD entitled "Live Insurrection," which drops on September 8th via Steamhammer/SPV.
The release captures the entire performance from the prestigious Bang Your Head Festival 2016 in Germany, and also includes four video clips in support of the latest album "Monument."
The full track listing for the release is:
Audio CD:
1. Intro 2:45
2. Misunderstood 3:47
3. Fly 6:11
4. Greed 4:37
5. Tick Tack 4:07
6. Instrumental 1:32
7. Haus mit Garten 5:23
8. Ravens Calling 4:27
9. Pray 4:54
10. Everything 4.54
11. Instrumental 2:30
12. Shadowmaker 4:44
13. The Fallen 4:26
14. Höllenbrand 3:46
15. Die So Soon 4:49
16. Kommt näher 4:28
17. Tears Of Time 8:59 More...
Crematory To Issue New Live Release
For over 25 years now, Germany's leading gothic metal act Crematory has enthralled countless fans at home and abroad. Since 1991, the band havs released twelve studio albums, in addition to a number of live recordings, singles, EPs and compilations.
The music is based on brute guitar riffs and hard-as-nails drum grooves, replete with sinister keyboard hooks and that mix of growls and clear vocals - some in English, some in German - that is so typical of this band.
Crematory is now set to release a new CD/DVD entitled "Live Insurrection" on September 8th via Steamhammer/SPV. It captures the entire performance from the prestigious Bang Your Head Festival 2016 in Germany, and also includes four video clips in support of the latest album "Monument."
The track listing for the release is: More...
Crematory Releases New Music Video
German gothic/industrial death metal act Crematory released a new music video for the track "Haus mit Garten." The song is featured on the latest album "Monument," which is available now via SPV/Steamhammer Records.
Check out the clip here:
Crematory Is "Misunderstood" With New Music Video
German gothic/industrial death metal act Crematory issued a music video for the new track "Misunderstood." The song will appear on the band's upcoming new release "Monument," which is set to drop on April 15th via SPV/Steamhammer Records.
The track list for "Monument" is:
1. Misunderstood
2. Haus mit Garten
3. Die So Soon
4. Ravens Calling
5. Eiskalt
6. Nothing
7. Before I Die
8. Falsche Tränen
9. Everything
10. My Love Within
11. Die letzte Schlacht
12. Save Me
Check out "Misunderstood" here: More...
Crematory Reveals New Album, Bassist
The video shoot for Crematory's first single "Misunderstood" is a wrap. The digital single and the video will be released in the beginning of March.
The band also today announces the addition of new bass player Jason Matthias - replacing long time bassist Harald Heine, who has been with the band for over 20 years. It was with a heavy heart that Harald decided to give up the music for personal and health reasons and to spend more time with his family and children.
Crematory's new album "Monument" is scheduled for global release through SPV/Steamhammer on April 15th, 2016 as digi / 2LP / download. Pre-orders are up here and the track listing is:
1. Misunderstood
2. Haus mit Garten
3. Die So Soon
4. Ravens Calling
5. Eiskalt
6. Nothing
7. Before I Die
8. Falsche Tränen
9. Everything
10. My Love Within
11. Die letzte Schlacht
12. Save Me More...
Crematory Announces New Album Release
For 25 years now, Germany's gothic metal act Crematory have enthralled countless fans at home and abroad. Since forming in 1991, the band has released twelve studio albums, in addition to a number of live recordings, singles, EPs and compilations.
Crematory's upcoming thirteenth studio album "Monument" is now scheduled for global release via Steamhammer/SPV on April 15th, 2016 as a digi/2LP/download. The following press release was issued about this upcoming album:
"Infinitely more strongly than on its predecessor 'Antiserum' (2014), the twelve tracks on 'Monument' are based on brute guitar riffs and hard-as-nails drum grooves, replete with sinister keyboard hooks and that mix of growls and clear vocals - some in English, some in German - that is so typical of this band. The group's fans will be thoroughly delighted with Monument and its dynamic sound.
"When the work on 'Monument' commenced in spring 2015, a personnel issue had to be settled in the Crematory camp: Matthias Hechler, guitarist, clear voice and a style-defining member for 17 years, had left the band for private reasons. His departure went off without animosity or internal quarrels was confirmed by Matthias in an interview on the Live At Wacken 2014 DVD. Following his decision, Crematory made a virtue out of necessity, enlisting two successors: Tosse Basler (Scapegoat, Avalanche) joined the fold as rhythm guitarist and clear vocalist, and Rolf Munkes is Crematory's new lead guitarist."
"Tosse and Rolf have brought a breath of fresh air to the band, they've really inspired us with their powerful style and phat guitar sounds," rejoices drummer Markus Jüllich, who composed the songs again with producer Kristian "Kohl" Bonifer before going on to produce them together at the Kohlekeller Studio. More...
Crematory Checks In From The Studio
Crematory just entered the Kohlekeller Studios to record new studio album "Monument," which will be released through Steamhammer/SPV just in time for the band's 25th anniversary in spring of 2016. The label comments:
"On the musical side the album is going to be harder and darker and a return to the band's roots! With their new effort 'Monument,' Crematory are taking four steps back, but at the same time, one step forward. They are returning to their good old gothic metal days in combination with the new established twin-guitar attack and their well-known talent for composing catchy tunes with keyboards and samples.
"On the lyrical hand, there will be the usual mix of German and English lyrics. Singer Felix went above and beyond on his vocal duties and the clean vocals will be handled by one of the new guitarists. This vocal co-operation will create a stir; as such a mix has never been heard in the scene or on any Crematory album!" More...
Crematory Recruits Two New Guitarists
Crematory just issued the following announcement about recruiting two new guitarists and working on a new album:
"Crematory found new guitarists! On one hand they found Tosse Basler, who's in the music business for over 30 years and played in bands like Poison Asp, Forty Shades, Scapegoat, Avalanche or Evolution, who's handling the rhythm guitar and the clean vocals.
"On the other hand, Rolf Munkes, who also has over 30 years of experience in the business, joined the band as their new lead guitarist. Rolf is also operating as a producer in his Empire Studios, were he worked with such acts as Majesty, Tony Martin (Ex-Black Sabbath), Neil Murray (Ex-Whitesnake & Ex-Gary Moore), Don Airey (Deep Purple) or Doogie White (Michael Schenker).
"More guitars means more metal! Creamtory will hit the Kohlekeller Studio again, in September, to record a new album with producer Kristian Bonifer. And this album will cause some great surprises in spring 2016, which also marks the band's 25th anniversary! Crematory will play several festivals in the Summer then!" More...
Crematory Releases Details On New DVD
While they take some time off from the stage this year, Germany`s leading gothic metal band Crematory have decided to release their entire Wacken show as a DVD titled "Live W:O:A 2014." The DVD includes private backstage footage, detailed interviews, footage from their rehearsal room and three video clips from "Antiserum."
"Live W:O:A 2014" is available June 23rd in North America (June 17th in Scandinavia, June 19th in Germany and June 22nd in Europe) via SPV/Steamhammer
The track listing is:
1. Until The End
2. Fly
3. Höllenbrand
4. Shadowmaker
5. Revolution
6. Tears Of Time
7. Kommt Näher
8. Tick Tack
9. The Fallen
10. Virus
11. Black Celebration
+ Backstage at W.O.A. 2014
+ Brand new band interviews
+ Matze`s last interview
+ 3 Video Clips: Shadowmaker, Kommt Näher, Virus More...
Crematory Working On Album, Posts Video
Crematory will take a break from all live activities in 2015 to focus 100% on recording a new album. All planed shows for 2015 had to be postponed to 2016, as in addition two of the band members are realigning in business matters.
The band started writing new songs in January and will enter the studio from May to June, with an early 2016 release expected, right in time for the band's 25th anniversary. The successor to "Antiserum" will reportedly include some surprises for fans, so stay tuned for more info.
Crematory also just dropped another video off the "Antiserum" album. Check out the "Virus" clip below, which was recorded at Wacken Open Air 2014.
To span the live inactivity this year, the band decided to release the whole Wacken show as a DVD, including private backstage footage, detailed interviews, footage from their rehearsal room and the three videoclips from "Antiserum." The as-yet-untitled DVD will be released through SPV/Steamhammer on the 17th of June in Scandinavia, 19th of June in Germany, 22nd of June in Europe, with the USA release date will be announced soon. More...
Crematory Posts "Kommt Näher" Music Video
German gothic industrial metal act Crematory released a music video for the new track "Kommt Näher." The song appears on the forthcoming new album "Antiserum," the band's 12th full length studio release and first since 2010 ("Infinity"). The album drops via Steamhammer/SPV Records on February 19th (Germany), February 21st (EU) and March 4th (USA).
The track list for "Antiserum" is:
1. Apocalyptic Vision
2. Until the End
3. Shadowmaker
4. If You Believe
5. Inside Your Eyes
6. Kommt Näher
7. Irony of Fate
8. Virus
9. Back From the Dead
10. Welcome
11. Antiserum
Check out "Kommt Näher" here: More...
Crematory Reveals New Album Details
Crematory will release new album "Antiserum" on March 4th, 2014 via Steamhammer / SPV. Drummer Markus Jüllich explains:
"Our fans can look forward to Antiserum, on which we have gone one step further than we did on our comeback album Revolution in terms of electronic influences. In collaboration with Elmar Schmidt of Hamburg EBM act Centhron, we have come up with a haunting mix of metal riffs and EBM keyboards. That's why I'd refer to Antiserum's musical direction as 'EBM-Metal.'
"In the beginning it was more difficult than we'd thought. The sounds and samples that Elmar brought us had no really song structures, that's why we didn't have a central theme to start off with. It took us two or three songs to get in to the groove, but from that point on it was an extremely exciting process to work on the new material."
The Crematory drummer is referring to tracks such as "Virus" with its pulsating EBM flair, "Inside Your Eyes," and the first single release "Shadowmaker.
Markus also states: "Even before the whole record was finalized we knew that 'Shadowmaker' had absolute hit potential. We never had a moment's doubt that we had come up with the new Crematory anthem. More...
Crematory Releases "Shadowmaker" Music Video
Germany gothic metal act Crematory posted a new music video for the track "Shadowmaker." The song is the new single, which is out digitally on November 22nd via Steamhammer/SPV Records. The song will also appear on the upcoming new release "Antiserum," which is scheduled for release on February 24th, 2014.
The track listing for the single is:
1. Shadowmaker
2. Shadowmaker (Elektro Mix)
3. Shadowmaker (Centhron Mix)
Check out the video here:
Crematory Announces New Album
Germany's Crematory has inked a deal with Steamhammer/SPV for the release of new album "Antiserum" on February 24th, 2014.
"We're really looking forward to our collaboration with Steamhammer/SPV, a globally renowned label and expert partner in what we're planning for the future," says drummer Markus Jüllich. "Our fans can look forward to Antiserum, on which we have gone one step further than we did on our comeback album Revolution in terms of our electronic influences. In collaboration with Elmar Schmidt of Hamburg EBM act Centhron, we have come up with a haunting mix of metal riffs and EBM keyboards. That's why I'd refer to Antiserum's musical direction as 'EBM metal'."
The first single release "Shadowmaker" will be out on November 22nd, 2013. Jüllich comments: "Even before the whole record was finalized we knew that 'Shadowmaker' had absolute hit potential. You'd be hard put to announce our new album better than with this song." More...