Mirror of Deception is German

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band, formed in 1990.

Biography

Along with Dawn of Winter, Mirror of Deception is Germany's longest running

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act. The band was formed by guitarist Jochen Fopp (also founder and owner of the Doom Shall Rise festival) and guitarist/vocalist Michael Siffermann. Mirror of Deception were unsigned during the 90s (except when releasing the EP titled ''Veil of Lead''), they achieved cult underground status in their homeland. Demos recorded during this time were later released on the ''Past & Present'' compilation. Their debut album ''Mirrorsoil'' was released 2001. After its release and tour, Mirror of Deception parted ways with original singer Markus Baumhauer, being replaced by guitarist Michael Siffermann. The band soon got signed to Richard Walker's (ex-

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) label The Miskatonic Foundation and in 2003 released the EP ''Conversion''.

Discography

Albums

* '' Mirrorsoil'', 2001 (Iron Glory) * ''

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'', 2004 (Final Chapter) * '' Shards'', 2006 (Cyclone Empire) * '' A Smouldering Fire'', 2010Mirror of Deception To Enter Studio Next Week
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EPs

* ''Veil Of Lead'', 1997 (Sub Zero) * ''Conversion'', 2003 (The Miskatonic Foundation) * ''Imperial Anthems'' split single:

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- '' Portrait of Dorian Gray'' / Mirror of Deception - ''Beltaine's Joy'', 2011 (Cyclone Empire)

Demos

* ''Mirror of Deception'', 1993 * ''Words Unspoken'', 1994 * ''Cease'', 1996 * ''Veil Of Lead'', 1996 * ''The Float Sessions'', 1997

Compilations

* ''Past & Present'', 2001 (self-released)

References

External links

Official website
* {{Authority control German doom metal musical groups Musical groups established in 1990 Musical quartets