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Imperial Triumphant announce Merkurius Gilded— a powerful new graphic novel experience

A 96-page, full color book written by guitarist Zachary Ezrin and illustrated by Halil Mete Incoming December 5, 2025 on Vile Luxe Press [Pre-Order] New York City Avant-death trio IMPERIAL TRIUMPHANT have announced Merkurius Gilded, a 96-page softcover graphic novel that explores the band’s themes, lyrics and artwork. Written by Imperial Triumphant’s Zachary Ezrin and illustrated by Halil Mete, the book will be released December 5th on the band’s own Vile Luxe Press and is available for pre-order here. All preorders will come with an exclusive Caduceus gold patch in addition to the book. IMPERIAL TRIUMPHANT’s Zachary Ezrin comments: “This […]

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Imperial Triumphant’s Steve Blanco announces ‘Imprints of Man’: Imperial Triumphant’s dark, labyrinthine soundworld reimagined for solo piano; pre-order the record and stream ‘Merkurius Gilded’

On November 15th, Imperial Triumphant’s STEVE BLANCO (bass, keyboards) will give fans Imprints Of Man: a solo record that reimagines Imperial Triumphant’s dark, labyrinthine soundworld for piano. Stripping away the chaos of distortion and brass, Imprints Of Man reveals the raw architecture of the band’s compositions: haunting harmonies, jagged rhythms, and spectral dissonances laid bare on the piano. This is not just an adaptation—it’s a revelation. Each piece becomes a meditation on the uncanny beauty hidden within Imperial Triumphant’s music, refracted through the stark intimacy of solo piano. A rare chance to experience the band’s avant-garde vision through an entirely […]