Top 5 releases of 2011 that don't really count

Some albums came out this year, that for some reason or other I can't really include in my top 25. Reissues, differing release dates and albums that have been lost to the metal ether for decades.

1

Inquisition - Ominous Doctrines Of The Perpetual Mystical Macrocosm

Having been released in the UK (where I happen to reside), in 2010 this record made my list last year. Unfortunately, the release date for this stateside was very early 2011 meaning it was kind of a personal cheat to include it. Sorry Inquisition.

2

Beherit - At The Devil's Studio 1990

The mighty Beherit unleashed this collection upon us in June. Comprising of rehearsal takes and early demos, it's not an album proper - it is darn fantastic though.

 

 

3

Darkthrone - any of the 2011 reissues

This year, the glorious Darkthrone put out a bunch of reissues featuring commentary from Fenriz and Nocturno Culto. At times hilarious and always informative, these records are a reminder of why this band are still held in such high regard today.

 

 

4

Noothgrush - Live For Nothing, Erode The Person, ST

Three releases from a band many thought had long split up heralded their return to the live scene. Having not released anything for night on ten years, these doom legends spoilt us all with a live recording (Live For Nothing), a 12" reissue (Erode The Person) and a set of tracks recorded soon after the bands inception but never before released (Self Titled).

5

Alcest - Le Secret

It's no secret (pun totally not intended) that Alcest are a favourite of mine. Their new record is about to hit at the beginning for next year, and this year Neige re-recorded first EP Le Secret as it was originally envisioned. Quite beautiful.

Words: Cheryl