Right in time for the metal-summer, the label Black Mantis presents the compilation „Spirit in Black“, a selection of the best and current metal artist from all relevant genres. Next to well-known acts like the power metal quartet Avantasia with former Edguy singer Tobias Sammet and Sascha Paeth (ex guitarist Heavens Gate), one can find further big names like U.D.O., Nothgard, Tankard or Destruction, one of Germanys most important thrash metal bands. The compilation continues with death/black metal band Obscurity and UK thrasher Onslaught. On "Spirit in Black" you’ll find all the names that can beat the Headbanger's heart beat faster. The Hungarian thrash / hardcore quartet Ektomorf, Black Messiah, who are into pagan metal and also death metal band Debauchery round out the tracklisting. "Spirit in Black" contains 25 songs and delivers the to ultimate soundtrack for all fans of the metal genres and appears in time for the summer festivals. Everyone who needs an extraordinary soundtrack e.g. for Wacken, With Full Force or the Summer Breeze Festival is well served here.