We announced our cooperation with Grá over one year ago. Now, the time has finally come to shed some light over the Swedish black metal band's latest activity, and there is no better way than a good, old 7''. Here comes Flame Of Hephaestus. We asked the band to comment on the new single, which will serve as an anticipation for their incoming fourth studio album, following the acclaimed Väsen (2018). Guitarist and singer Heljarmadr (Dark Funeral) expressed his thoughts: Flame Of Hephaestus is the first single from our new album Lycaon. We feel that it is a good representative for the album and it carries an intensity that kinda connects it with our last album Väsen. It serves as a natural bridge, if you will. Flame Of Hephaestus brings us back to our early days, when we were including more influences from Greek mythology, alongside the ancient Scandinvian cult. It is therefore also quite suitable that Lycaon was mixed and mastered in Greece. Mixed by Terry Nikas and mastered by George Nerantzis. The Flame Of Hephaestus artwork was created by Italian artist Roberto Toderico, while the B-side, Stella Polaris, is a single exclusive instrumental track, written by guitarist Maugrim. This is his first contribution for Grá as a composer. Grá 7'' will be available on September 9th via Avantgarde Music.
Release date:
October 28, 2022
Label:
Install our app to receive notifications when new upcoming releases are added.

Recommended equipment and accessories
-
Pro-Ject Phono Box DC Pre-Amp
Compact, high-performance phono preamplifier for both MM and MC cartridges, delivering a clean, detailed signal with minimal noise.
-
Pro-Ject Debut Carbon EVO
Featuring a one-piece carbon fiber tonearm, precision-tuned motor, and a heavy steel platter with TPE damping, it ensures superior stability and sound quality.
-
Vinyl Care - Top Picks
A selection of accesories to keep your turntable equipment & vinyl records in the best shape
-
Vevor Ultrasonic Cleaner
Thoroughly clean and restore your vinyl records, removing dust, dirt, and grime from every groove without damaging the surface
-
Phono Preamps - Top Picks
A selection of the best phono preamps for your turntable setup
Featured Upcoming Vinyl
-
Vowws I'Ll Fill Your House with an Army (Yellow/Black)
Out Of Line
October 31, 2025 -
Cavetown Running with Scissors
Futures Music Group
January 16, 2026 -
New Order Brotherhood 2024
Rhino/Warner Records
October 31, 2025 -
Amy Jay Mnemonics
Mother West
November 7, 2025 -
Bahamas My Second Last Album
Brushfire/Republic Records
October 24, 2025 -
Ludovico Einaudi/Leo Einaudi Einaudi Vs. Einaudi
Decca
November 14, 2025 -
Hope of the States Lost Riots [2xLP]
Sony UK
October 24, 2025 -
Pink Floyd Wish You Were Here (Yellow Flame)
Sony UK
December 19, 2025 -
Haley Heynderickx & Max Garcia Conover What of Our Nature
Fat Possum
November 21, 2025 -
New Found Glory Listen Up! (Amazon Exclusive)
Pure Noise Records
February 20, 2026 -
Neil Young Tonight's the Night 50th Anniversary [2xLP]
Reprise
November 28, 2025 -
Sigrid There's Always More That I Could Say (Crystal Clear)
Island
October 24, 2025 -
Cardinals Masquerade
Communion Group Limited
February 13, 2026 -
Imarhan Essam
City Slang
January 16, 2026