Initially released as a modest demo in 2001, Cadence and Perspective In Desolation marked the transition from Of Trees and Orchids to Ingurgitating Oblivion. After 24 years of existence, this EP is finally receiving the release it always deserved. Here at Hessian Firm, we have always been fans of the band and have considered this EP to be a hidden jewel deep within the underground. We are extremely proud to be reissuing it with the care and attention it deserves. While not as expansive or refined as their later albums, Cadence and Perspective in Desolation showcases a much more aggressive side of the band, utilizing the jazz fusion touch for which they are now renowned, but applying it for far more nefarious purposes. Drawing heavily from the finest traditions of various death metal scenes and integrating their distinct identity, the result is a devastating yet idiosyncratic EP.
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0:00 La Gitana
1:59 A Poet’s Fingernails
3:33 Nothingness
9:26 Descent to the Temple
18:09 Slumbering In Relativity
Written and performed by Ingurgitating Oblivion. Skillfully captured by MECHASOUNDS September 2001
Dirk – drums
Karsten – guitars/vocals
Florian – guitars/vocals
Guest vocals by H. Dalinghaus and T. Klöcker of Senescence
Samples taken from the original wax cylinders of “Aleister Crowley – The Great Beast Speaks” circa 1920
“Nothingness” includes bits from a stanza taken from Thomas Moore’s epic poem “Alciphron” published in 1840, which is part of the public domain.
Band Statement:
Cadence and Perspective in Desolation was the first sign of life created under the name Ingurgitating Oblivion. Having published two full-length (and self-released) albums as Of Trees and Orchids, the band’s name was changed to Ingurgitating Oblivion. We think back fondly of these days as they were lighter times. We were in our early twenties back then, university was ahead of us, we basically all transitioned into a more mature phase as personalities, which was exciting. When Florian came up with the new name under which the band still operates these days (at least in 2025 when these lines were written), it was with a feeling fueled by idealism, inspiration, and a strong yearning to reach for things impossible. Back in the days we played shows with our friends in Hidden in the Fog, Seraph of Pestilence or Profanity. Basically, the sky was the limit. Choosing a new name instilled additional energies into the band. In these years we rehearsed in a derelict workshop in the middle of nowhere in Northwest Germany. This eerie place smelled of oil and was packed with agricultural machines – the perfect breeding ground for some gritty Death Metal, don’t you think? We lovingly renovated the place and heated it with some sort of structural work radiator. We were lucky we did not suffocate as this darn thing was powered by highly combustible gas. We remember some harsh winters; the rehearsal facility was freezing cold, and still we practiced like there was no tomorrow. The final track on Cadence and Perspective in Desolation came about from a juvenile sport we entertained ourselves with. We asked our then-drummer, Dirk, to blast away for as long and fast as he possibly was capable of whilst taking the time. It goes without saying we motivated him with some lush and greasy food as a reward to endure this harrowing endeavor of his. Basically, this is how the ending of the song “Slumbering in Relativity” evolved. All in all, we have the fondest of memories when thinking back of these days. We mainly worked as a trio: Florian, Dirk, and Karsten. It was only in 2001/2002 that we took other contributors on board. These times were awesome because as a three-piece, decisions were easily made, songs evolved swiftly and there basically was no squabbling about unnecessary stuff as, to our dismay, was to follow in the years between 2002 and 2013. We believe that the songs captured on Cadence and Perspective in Desolation convey this dynamic spirit these days were all about. Being all pragmatic and simple in our approach, we recorded this demo to be part of a split album – “Harvest” – that we published side by side with our mates Senescence – a pretty industrial doom act from Oldenburg. Tim and Holger of Senescence helped us record this piece and they truly succeeded in encapsulating the raw spirit of the tracks. So, enjoy this first sign of life of what we see as the cornerstone of the journey Ingurgitating Oblivion were to set off for. Enjoy.
THIS RE-RELEASE IS DEDICATED TO YOU, KARSTEN. A FRIEND, BEAUTIFUL MIND, COMRADE, AND CRAZY GRUNTER! LOVE YOU, BROTHER!
