DARKTHRONE — probably the most uncompromising of the veteran Norwegian black metal bands — have entered the national album chart in Norway at position No. 22 with their latest release, "The Cult Is Alive" (Peaceville). The album is available on CD, special-edition CD featuring the band's first-ever promo video (for "Too Old, Too Cold") and on limited-edition shark grey vinyl. The group's recent EP, "Too Old, Too Cold", debuted at No. 11 on the Norwegian single chart.
Peaceville Records recently released a special edition boxset of DARKTHRONE's "Preparing for War" anthology (originally issued in 2001), which covers more rare tracks and includes a DVD of rare interview and live footage. The "Preparing for War" special edition boxset features two CDs and a DVD and comes in a clam box, complete with poster and booklet containing an in-depth interview with the band, conducted by U.K. journalist James Hinchliffe.
