German gothic metal veterans CREMATORY have released their long-awaited greatest hits compilation ‚English Hymns & Deutsche Hymnen‘ via ROAR – A Division Of Reigning Phoenix Music. The release marks 35 years of the band’s career and spans their bilingual catalogue across a three-CD edition and limited vinyl formats. CREMATORY are simultaneously on tour across Europe, bringing the collection to life on stage.German gothic metal pioneers CREMATORY have released their greatest hits compilation ‚English Hymns & Deutsche Hymnen‘ through ROAR – A Division Of Reigning Phoenix Music, marking a significant milestone in the band’s 35-year career. The release draws together the most iconic tracks from across the group’s extensive catalogue, presenting them in both English and German — a nod to the bilingual identity that has long distinguished CREMATORY within the European metal scene.
The collection is available in multiple formats, including an expansive three-CD edition comprising ‚English Hymns,‘ ‚Deutsche Hymnen,‘ and ‚Engulfed in Darkness Demo,‘ the latter offering a rare glimpse into the band’s earliest recorded output. Vinyl enthusiasts are served with two limited double-vinyl pressings: a Neon Green edition for ‚English Hymns‘ and a Turquoise edition for ‚Deutsche Hymnen,‘ each containing exclusive bonus tracks not available elsewhere.
Formed in 1991 in Mannheim, Germany, CREMATORY evolved from their early death metal roots into a distinctive sound combining heavy guitar work, melodic keyboards, industrial textures, and contrasting vocal approaches that blend deep growls with clean singing. Over more than three decades, the band built a loyal following through relentless touring and a string of acclaimed studio albums.
In support of the release, CREMATORY are currently on an extensive European tour, with upcoming dates in Germany, Austria, the Czech Republic, Portugal, and Spain, including a coveted appearance at Wacken Open Air. ‚English Hymns & Deutsche Hymnen‘ stands as both a celebration of CREMATORY’s remarkable legacy and a testament to their continued relevance in the world of gothic and dark metal.