DISCOGRAPHY

THE SILENT SOVEREIGN - 2025

This work fully immerses itself in profound darkness, building an apocalyptic narrative centered on the triumphant rise of the most terrifying figure in prophecy: the Antichrist, here presented as the“King of Lies” and the “Dark Messiah”.

Track by track, from “Rise of the Fallen” to “Infernal Ascension”, the EP paints a fresco where hope is lost, salvation is denied, and humanity is doomed to eternal misery under the new, glacial dominion. The lyrics are an anthem to chaos, destruction, and terror:

The Reign of Terror: Rivers of blood, skies turning red, falling stars, and burning seas are the vivid images used to describe the collapse of the old world and the establishment of the new dark order.

The Central Figure: The Antichrist is the engine of the EP, a false prophet with “eyes of flame” and a “serpent’s tongue” who ascends to the throne amidst wars, fire, and the despair of “broken souls” kneeling before his “cruel design.”

The Inevitability of Judgment:Tracks like “Doomsday Awakening” and “Dark Messiah” leave no escape, warning that “the end of light, the dawn of sin” has begun, and the only choice left is to “bow to darkness” or “join the dead.”

With their unmistakable blend of epic gothic metal and cinematic horror, Madness of Sorrow have forged an EP that is both a condemnation and a celebration of the imminent reign of evil.“The Silent Sovereign”is not just music—it is the soundtrack to the end of the world.

 

666: THE DISCIPLE - 2022

 

 

Enter the dark, twisted realm of Madness of Sorrow with "666: The Disciple", a conceptual Horror Gothic Metal EP that orchestrates a sonic descent into damnation. Follow the harrowing journey of the main character, MuriHell, through a landscape of haunting synths, aggressive guitar riffs, and bone-chilling atmospheres.

Featuring the powerful singles "Possessed" (feat. Mickey Evil from Mugshots) and "Damned" (feat. Federica Tringali from Madhouse), alongside the unholy progression of "Metamorphosis" and the title track "Disciple," this release delivers a theatrical and heavy experience for all devotees of the macabre.

All instruments, mixing, and mastering by MuriHell. Drums written and performed by Carlos Cantatore.

CONFESSIONS FROM THE GRAVEYARD - 2018

 

 

Dare to dig up the secrets of the dead with “Confessions from the Graveyard”, the full-length masterpiece by Madness of Sorrow. Released via Ad Noctem Records, this album serves as a definitive monument to the band's signature Horror Gothic Metal sound, blending driving metal aggression with a grim, melancholic atmosphere.

Across 10 chilling tracks, multi-instrumentalist MuriHell orchestrates a cinematic descent into human suffering, fear, and madness. From the crushing opening of "The Exiled Man" to the haunting echoes of "No Words Until Midnight" and the eerie closure of "Creepy," this record stands as a dark milestone in the band's history—a gripping sonic ritual straight from the depths of the tomb.

N.W.O. The Beginning - 2017

 

 

Released in March 2017, “N.W.O. - The Beginning” marks a pivotal evolution in the history of Madness of Sorrow, being the very first studio album to feature the venomous and versatile vocals of front-man Prophet.

Shifting its gaze outward, this fourth studio album paints a grim portrait of a sick, corrupt world system. Across 12 intense tracks, the lyrical concepts dive deep into the shadows of corporate greed, human degradation, and dark psychological terrors. Musically, the record breaks new ground by blending the band’s core Gothic Metal roots with aggressive elements of Thrash and Industrial Metal, delivering a high-energy, controversial journey. From the demonic atmosphere of "Salomon" to the raw power of "S.O.S" and the hauntingly melodic "You're Not Alone", this album stands as the grand opening chapter of a dark new world order.

All music written and recorded by MuriHell. Concepts, lyrics, and vocals by Prophet. Artwork by Graziano Roccatani.

III: The Beast - 2015

 

 

Released in June 2015 via Ad Noctem Records, “III: The Beast” stands as a fierce and uncompromising milestone in the Madness of Sorrow catalog. Marking the band's third studio chapter, the record unleashes a darker, heavier, and more aggressive evolution of their signature Horror Gothic Metal style.

Masterminded entirely by multi-instrumentalist MuriHell, the album strips away softer melodies to deliver raw, crushing guitar riffs, pounding drums, and sinister vocals. From the ominous opening of "Welcome to Your Suicide" to the relentless energy of "Seed of Evil" and the anti-clerical fury of "Vatican's Ruins," “III: The Beast” is a 10-track sonic ritual that explores damnation, heresy, and raw darkness. It is the ultimate soundtrack for a plunge into the abyss.

TAKE THE CHILDREN AWAY FROM THE PRIEST - 2013

 

 

 

 

With “Take the Children Away from the Priest”, released in 2013, Madness of Sorrow firmly cemented their place in the horror gothic metal scene. This second studio album pushes the boundaries of the genre, weaving together haunting symphonic textures and heavy, driving metal riffs.

Through 11 tracks, the album acts as a dark, cautionary tale, blending disturbing lyrical themes with a sharp, aggressive production style. From the intense energy of "king must die" to the atmospheric weight of the title track, the record captures a visceral and theatrical experience, establishing the band's signature ability to blend cinematic dread with raw, uncompromising heavy metal.

SIGNS - 2011

 

 

Every dark journey has a beginning, and “Signs” is where the madness officially took root. Released in 2011, this debut album represents the very first step of Madness of Sorrow into the underground scene.

Conceived, created, recorded, and produced entirely by M.Saracino, “Signs” is heavily inspired by the classic 90s Gothic Metal and Dark Wave scenes. Across 10 atmospheric tracks, the album lays down the blueprint of the band’s identity, blending melancholic melodies, gloomy synths, and raw metal riffs. Bringing the music to life, the tracks were meticulously arranged by M.Saracino alongside Simon Garth and Ross Lukather, with Simon Garth unleashing piercing guitar solos on "Miss Suicide", "Clowns of the Earth", and "Ocean of Pain". Wrapped in a striking, apocalyptic cover artwork by Paolo Andolfi, this record is a nostalgic and essential piece of dark art that captures the raw, unfiltered origins of the project.