Castle Rat - Into The Realm (Cassette)

Castle Rat - Into The Realm is the debut album by Brooklyn-based doom metal band Castle Rat. It was released on April 12, 2024, by King Volume Records.

The album is a concept album that tells the story of a mythical journey through a fantastical realm of medieval swords and sorcery. The music is a blend of doom metal, traditional metal, and hard rock, with influences from bands like Black Sabbath, Led Zeppelin, and Candlemass. The album has been praised for its heavy riffs, soaring vocals, and epic atmosphere.

Castle Rat is known for its theatrical live shows, which often feature full costumes, choreographed sword fighting, and fake blood. The band has toured extensively in support of Into the Realm, and has played alongside such bands as Brant Bjork, 1000mods, Monster Magnet, Colour Haze, and the Melvins.