"Stand in Your Light" is a work of love. Passion drips out of every note from the bitter-sweet honeycomb of solemn melodies that VENUS PRINCIPLE have created for their debut album. Although this is the first record from the British-Swedish collective, these hymns for the burdened and broken come audibly with the profound maturity of hard earned experience from all the veteran musicians involved. Although classic rock lies at the heart of "Stand in Your Light", VENUS PRINCIPLE add many ingredients of their own to the canonical elements. Foremost pain and darkness permeate each track, spawning a terrible beauty ruling in triumphant glory. Yet shadow cannot exist without light, which the British-Swedish musicians provide in delicate moments of hope, tenderness, and warmth. In these aspects of "Stand in Your Light", the metal spirit of some of the protagonists on the album reveals itself and provides balm for the wound that the split of ANATHEMA has caused. VENUS PRINCIPLE were formed in autumn 2019 after several of it's members decided to part ways with CRIPPLED BLACK PHOENIX. Still fully in love with dark, melodic art rock and psychedelic music, this group of close-knit friends was not content to just sit at home. Inviting more familiar associates into their fold that included active and former members of AT THE GATES, ISON, TACOMA NARROWS BRIDGE DISASTER, and LOUISE LEMÓN this new rock band was born. While "Stand in Your Light" marks the starting point of an intended long career, VENUS PRINCIPLE already deliver a fully-fledged masterpiece. This album is bound to accomplish a most difficult feat by delighting adherents of both rock and metal.
Release date:
May 27, 2022
Label:
Install our app to receive notifications when new upcoming releases are added.

Recommended equipment and accessories
-
Ortofon 2M Blue Premounted
Mounted on the SH-4 Black Headshell, this setup delivers exceptional clarity, dynamic range, and accurate sound reproduction.
-
Edifier R1280DB Powered Speakers
Combining classic design with modern Bluetooth connectivity, built-in amplification and versatile inputs, these speakers deliver rich, balanced sound.
-
HumminGuru: Ultrasonic Vinyl Record Cleaner
Advanced ultrasonic technology with customizable cleaning cycles and a large tank capacity to thoroughly remove dust, dirt, and contaminants
-
Technics SL-1500C Turntable
Features a direct-drive motor, a high-precision tonearm, and a premium MM cartridge, delivering exceptional sound quality
-
Vevor Ultrasonic Cleaner
Thoroughly clean and restore your vinyl records, removing dust, dirt, and grime from every groove without damaging the surface
Featured Upcoming Vinyl
-
BABYMETAL METAL FORTH
Capitol
August 8, 2025 -
Dusted Angel This Side Of The Dirt (Orange)
Heavy Psych Sounds
September 26, 2025 -
Sir Richard Bishop Hillbilly Ragas
Drag City
September 26, 2025 -
Real Estate THe Wee Small Hours: B-Sides And Other Detritus 2011-2025
Domino Record Co
September 19, 2025 -
The Last Dinner Party From The Pyre (Purple)
Island
October 17, 2025 -
The Antlers Blight (Pink)
Transgressive
October 10, 2025 -
Burning Witches Inquisition
Napalm Records
August 22, 2025 -
Biohazard Divided We Fall
Frontiers New Recordings Physical Only
October 17, 2025 -
Tate McRae The One Day
Nettwerk Records
October 17, 2025 -
Fred Armisen 100 Sound Effects
Drag City
September 26, 2025 -
Bostich + Fussible Tijuana Sound Machine Nortec Collective Presents
Nacional Records
August 15, 2025 -
Saul Williams & Carlos Nino Saul Williams meets Carlos Nino & Friends at Treepeople [2xLP]
International Anthem
September 19, 2025 -
Sydney Minsky Sargeant Lunga [2xLP]
Domino Record Co
September 12, 2025 -
Hazlett Last Night You Said You Missed Me (Red/Black)
Nettwerk Records
September 12, 2025