{"product_id":"veni-domine-the-album-of-labor-iiii-lp-iex-cats-swirl","title":"Veni Domine - The Album of Labor: Iiii - LP (IEX Cat's Swirl)","description":"\u003cp\u003e                                                       *******Pre-order*******\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis pre-order available to ship or pick up in store on 10\/23\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e***Please note this is a preorder product and is subject to availability. In some cases, the distributors may cap orders or not produce enough to meet demand. All preorders will be filled on a first-ordered, first-served basis. Any orders unable to be filled will be refunded as soon as we are alerted we will not be receiving the full order placed. We will notify you as soon as we are alerted of the shortage***\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome albums take time to arrive-but when they do, they carry the weight of everything that came before them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Album of Labor is exactly that kind of release. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginally released in 2004 after years of delays and setbacks, this fourth album from Sweden's Veni Domine stands as a powerful and fully realized statement-refining the band's signature blend of progressive, doom, and power metal into something both more focused and more accessible, without sacrificing depth. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhere Spiritual Wasteland leaned heavily into atmosphere and experimentation, The Album of Labor sharpens that approach with stronger melodies, more defined song structures, and unforgettable choruses. Tracks unfold with intention-balancing slow, weighty passages with moments of driving rhythm and soaring vocal lines. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt the center is vocalist Fredrik Ohlsson, delivering one of his most confident and mature performances-combining clarity, range, and emotional intensity. Guitarist Torbjörn Weinesjö continues to elevate the band's sound with expressive lead work, even weaving in subtle blues influences that add texture and character to the album's already rich sonic palette. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe production is clean, powerful, and immersive, allowing every element-from the heavy rhythm section to the layered keyboards-to breathe and contribute to the overall experience. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLyrically, the album continues Veni Domine's exploration of faith, struggle, and apocalyptic vision, often drawing from biblical imagery and prophetic themes. The result is a record that challenges the listener-not just musically, but intellectually and spiritually. This is truly a thinking person's album. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRemastered by Rob Colwell and presented as part of the Metal Icon Series, this reissue gives The Album of Labour the sonic depth and clarity it has always deserved-paired with updated artwork by Scott Waters (NLTM) and the inclusion of the band's original 2004 write-up to fans. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePressed on Cat's Eye Swirl vinyl and limited to just 250 copies, this edition is built for collectors and for those who appreciate music that rewards patience, focus, and repeated listening. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is not background music. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is an album to engage, reflect on, and return to again and again. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor fans of Queensrÿche, Savatage, Candlemass, Solitude Aeturnus, Threshold, Haven, Saviour Machine\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bruiser Records","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53996951503155,"sku":"732131700602","price":40.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0987\/8129\/8995\/files\/4537194-3697677.jpg?v=1788385015","url":"https:\/\/www.bruiserrecordsjax.com\/products\/veni-domine-the-album-of-labor-iiii-lp-iex-cats-swirl","provider":"Bruiser Records","version":"1.0","type":"link"}