Lumen Ad Mortem (the dying light) was formed in 2019 by Aaron Tuck (Sarsekim, Deluge, Ast Voldur) and Gregor Pikl (Deluge, Slaughter Thou, Ast Voldur).

From the cold ashes, forged through the smoke and flame of primeval times. A time where grim melodies rose from the forest floor and blasting rhythms carried the embers to engulf and inspire all that is black metal.

Guitars, bass, keyboards and orchestration by Aaron Tuck. Unapologetically sparse melodies that smolder and rise upon seething orchestrations with the restraint of a cold mist falling on ancient tombs.

Vocals and Lyrics by Gregor Pikl. Grim shadowed realms of mysticism and chants. Delving into the black abyss of dreams and the reawakening of one’s self, standing upon the edge of myths and steeped in the sagas of tragedy, triumph and honour.

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In 2023 Lumen Ad Mortem released their debut EP Upon The Edge of Darkness, which included the legendary blastmaster Matt Skitz Sanders on drum duties.

The live incarnation of the project was fleshed out with Lachlan Stopa (Descend to Acheron) on rhythm guitar, Morris Ewings (Wings of Thanatos, Omnium) on Bass and Lachlan Odell (Holur) on Keys. With Unholy Mass in Melbourne and The New Dead festival in Adelaide as their only live shows of 2023.

Matt Skitz's departure late 2023 saw the addition of Rory Amoy (Ekosa, Wings Of Thanatos) on drums. The new lineup was unleashed at Heavy SA 2024 on January 27 in Adelaide.

Lumen Ad Mortem are currently working on their second EP which promises to be faster, darker and more grandiose in its scale and horror. Recording will commence in April 2024 with the album release and touring planned for mid to late 2024.