"Ylem" is Dark Fortress's fourth album, a continuation of their signature dark, atmospheric black metal sound. This album saw the band solidifying their place in the German black metal scene.
- The album was recorded at Klangschmiede Studio E in Mellrichstadt, Germany. It was produced by the band themselves along with V. Santura. "Ylem" was released by Century Media on January 22, 2010.
- The album features guest vocals from Agrypnie's Torsten "The Whisperer"emic. The cover art was created by Travis Smith.
- "Ylem" is a concept album based on the idea of the primordial matter from which everything originated. The lyrical themes explore cosmology and existentialism.
Dark Fortress is a German black metal band formed in 1994. They are known for their atmospheric and melodic approach to the genre.
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