Rotting Christ Celebrate 35 Years of Evil Existence with Historic Blu-Ray

After 35 years of evil existence, Rotting Christ still stand the test of time. Sakis Tolis, his brother Themis and their Greek brothers-in-arms have risen from the Athenian underground to become one of the metal world’s most reliable forces, backed by a pantheon discography that has both defined and defied black metal.

As they prepare for what’s building up to be a monumental 2026, today, Rotting Christ are releasing the new Blu-Ray edition of 35 Years of Evil Existence Live in Lycabettus. This Blu-Ray honors Rotting Christ’s lasting legacy by capturing their first time performing at the historic Lycabettus Hill Theater in Athens. A sold-out crowd of 7,000 people were treated to a two-hour setlist that spanned the band’s entire career, from early mighty classics to the latest monuments from their Hellenic period.

Watch the full performance of 35 Years of Evil Existence – Live in Lycabettus on Rotting Christ TV. 

https://youtu.be/JCYzFgtpxbM

The Blu-Ray edition of 35 Years of Evil Existence – Live in Lycabettus comes out today, Friday, December 12, 2025 on Season of Mist. 

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https://redirect.season-of-mist.com/RottingChrist35YearsLive

Available Formats
Blu-Ray with 16-page booklet
Digital download
2X CD Digipack with gold foil and linen-like lamination
3X 12″ Vinyl Gatefold LP (Black)
3X 12″ Colored Vinyl Gatefold LP (Gold and black marbled with gold foil. Limited to 250 copies)
3X 12″ Colored Vinyl Gatefold LP (Orange and black marbled with gold foil. Limited to 200 copies)
3X 12″ Colored Vinyl Gatefold LP (Red and black marbled with gold foil. Limited to 500 copies)

The formidable bond between Rotting Christ and their legion of followers is not only felt across their unholy discography but also live and in the flesh. Having played more than a hundred shows all across the world in 2024, the band continue to keep the true metal spirit alive time and time again.

The Blu-Ray edition of 35 Years of Evil Existence – Live in Lycabettus arrives as a glowing testament to Rotting Christ’s indomitable spirit. While only performed a handful of times before the band stepped onto the theater’s historic stage last summer, “Like Father, Like Son” had the crowd pumping fists to its timeless message from the majestic opening riff.  “Δαιμόνων Βρώσης (Demonon Vrosis)” raised horns to the newly re-recorded AEALO, while “Sorrowful Farewell” and “Among Two Storms” delivered a classic one-two punch.  Picking one song to close such a monumental evening is no easy feat, especially among this band’s pantheon-level discography. But the opening chant of “Under the Name of Legion” gave them the perfect send-off.

“Love of darkness signifies the enlightened life eternally“. Beating from inside Lycabettus’ ancient halls, Rotting Christ’s true metal spirit echoed beyond the ages.

“We are proud that our new live album will now be available on Blu-Ray”, says Sakis. “Thanks to all our metal brothers and sisters for your attention, support and dedication over all these years. You can be sure that we will be at the frontline of the battlefield until the end. Non Serviam!”

The footage from 35 Years of Existence – Live in Lycabettus was directed by Yiannis Margetousakis & Thanos Liberopoulos.

Additional video credits

Camera operators
Thanos Liberopoulos
Giorgos Margetousakis
Manolis Rizikos
Roxani Varela
Phillip Daskas
Spirodon Flouretzou
Mike Kochiev

Drone operator
Yiannis Margetousakis

Editors
Evaggelia Tsiliakou
Yiannis Margetousakis

Coloring
Yiannis Margetousakis

Catch Rotting Christ next year during appearances at major summer festival. More dates announcing soon!

Rotting Christ 2026 Summer Festivals
May 22 – Baltimore, Maryland @ Maryland Death Fest (Exclusive 1989-1995 Set) [TICKETS]
June 19 – Clisson, France @ Hellfest [TICKETS]
July 19 – Bergen, Norway @ Beyond the Gates [TICKETS]

More praise for 35 Years of Evil Existence – Live in Lycabettus
“This is a history lesson in longevity. Consistency is the name of the game, and these guys are on fire throughout the 25 songs presented here” – Teeth of the Divine

“For 35 years, Sakis and Themis Tolis have flown the flag for Greek black metal, and with a busy tour calendar show no signs of slowing down or stopping any time soon” – Heavy Music HQ

“My only disappointment is I was not there to experience this in person. Meantime, I’ll just keep blasting this live testament to the power and glory of Rotting Christ live!” – Dead Rhetoric

“One thing I definitely took away from this album is this: if I ever get the chance to see Rotting Christ live, I will definitely be going. This gave me a whole new insight into just how powerful they are in person” – Frozen Moon Promotions

“I often think crowds make live albums, and the audience at Lycabettus certainly sounded up for it on this night” – The Razors Edge