BEHERIT – Live in Prague 2024: A Historic Black Metal Return
Nearly three decades have passed since Finnish Black Metal legends Beherit last graced a stage — and when they finally returned, they did it with apocalyptic force. On August 31, 2024, Beherit descended upon Prague, Czech Republic, delivering a performance that shook the foundations of European extreme metal. This live album, sourced directly from a soundboard recording, faithfully captures every second of that historic night.
The Prague show followed their first international appearance at the NWN!/Hospital Fest in Osaka, Japan in April 2024 — marking the band’s debut performance outside of Finland. For long-time followers of the cult Finnish Black Metal scene, these dates were nothing short of a revelation.
The Lineup: Original Members & Engram-Era Musicians
Beherit’s Prague performance featured a powerhouse lineup that bridged the band’s storied past with its more recent work:
- Sodomatic Slaughter — original drummer, bringing the primal percussion that defined early Beherit
- Abyss — bassist, anchoring the low end with relentless precision
- Twisted Baptizer — guitarist/vocalist, known for his work on the critically acclaimed Engram album
- Black Moon Necromancer — guitarist and vocalist, channeling the dark spirit of Beherit’s sound
Why This Live Album Is Essential
Whereas most live albums — especially in the underground metal scene — serve as mere catalog filler, this release stands in the tradition of truly great live recordings. It commands repeated listens, capturing not just the music but the atmosphere, the energy, and the sheer weight of a band returning to the stage after 30 years. The soundboard source ensures crystal-clear audio quality that does justice to every riff, every blast beat, and every incantation.
Released in a premium Digipack format by the respected Finnish label Kvlt, this is a must-have for collectors of Black Metal, fans of Finnish extreme metal, and anyone who appreciates a live album that truly stands on its own.
Full Tracklist – 14 Tracks of Pure Black Metal
- Intro Kode
- Unholy Pagan Fire
- The Gate of Nanna
- Intro Temple
- Grave Desecration
- The Oath of Black Blood
- Witchcraft
- Intro Tireheb
- Solomon’s Gate
- Nocturnal Evil
- Sodomatic Rites
- Lord of Shadows and Goldenwood
- Pagan Moon
- All in Satan
Release Details
| Artist | Beherit |
|---|---|
| Title | Live in Prague 2024 |
| Format | Digipack CD |
| Label | Primitive Reaction |
| Year | 2025 |
| Genre | Black Metal |
| Country | Finland |
| Number of Tracks | 14 |
| Recording Type | Soundboard Live Recording |
| Recording Location | Prague, Czech Republic |
| Recording Date | August 31, 2024 |
Listen Before You Buy
Want to hear the raw power of this recording? Listen to samples HERE and experience the darkness before ordering your Digipack.




