1.3 A Line in the Dust (3:55) -- feat. While She Sleeps ; Mat Welsh
1.4 Blood Red (3:29)
1.5 Sulfur (3:26)
1.6 Sombre 16 (1:10)
1.7 The Great Unknown (3:07)
1.8 La Valse Du Temps (5:26)
1.9 Deep Inferno (3:32)
1.10 Requiem (4:00)
1.11 Funeral (2:52)
Description:
"The Darkest Place I've Ever Been" is a powerful LP by French metalcore band Landmvrks, released via the renowned heavy-music label Arising Empire. Across this album, Landmvrks channel a dark, emotionally charged atmosphere, combining crushing riffs, tight breakdowns and anthemic choruses with melodic hooks and modern production. The songs explore inner turmoil, personal struggle and resilience, moving between aggressive shouts, intense groove and sweeping, almost cinematic passages. This LP is designed as a front-to-back experience, with dynamic track sequencing that takes the listener from claustrophobic heaviness to cathartic, melodic climaxes, making it ideal both for in-depth headphone listening and for high-volume spins on a turntable.
As an LP, "The Darkest Place I've Ever Been" puts strong emphasis on sound quality and flow: side A and side B are structured to build tension and release, giving each track space to breathe. Fans of modern metalcore and post-hardcore will find a blend of technical precision, emotional sincerity and memorable hooks, while those new to Landmvrks will encounter a contemporary, European take on the genre that is both accessible and hard-hitting. The combination of massive guitars, tight rhythm work and dynamic vocals gives the record a live, energetic feel that translates particularly well on vinyl.
Landmvrks have made a name for themselves in the international metalcore scene with their intense touring and a series of increasingly ambitious releases. They are known for their explosive live shows, precise musicianship and a sound that mixes classic metalcore elements with modern, sometimes experimental touches. Over the years they have steadily expanded from a national act to a fixture at festivals and club stages across Europe and beyond, winning a dedicated fanbase with songs that balance heaviness and melody while addressing personal and social themes.
Arising Empire, the label behind this LP, is a specialist in contemporary heavy music and has worked with a wide spectrum of core, metal and alternative bands from Europe and the rest of the world. The label focuses on strong production values, international promotion and long-term artist development, helping bands to reach a global audience through carefully planned releases, physical formats like vinyl and CD, and a strong digital presence. With its expertise in heavy genres and its reputation for discovering and supporting rising acts, Arising Empire offers an ideal home for a forward-thinking band like Landmvrks and provides the professional framework that allows albums like "The Darkest Place I've Ever Been" to fully unfold their impact.