What makes 1349 by 1349 notable?

This release is significant as it introduced 1349's unique style, contributing to the resurgence of black metal in the early 2000s. It garnered attention from critics and fans alike, leading to a strong following which paved the way for future albums and tours, ultimately influencing a new generation of black metal bands. Released in 2000, this self-titled EP marked 1349's debut, establishing their presence in the Norwegian black metal scene following their formation in 1997. The band aimed to solidify their identity after early live performances and set the stage for their full-length debut, 'Liberation,' later that year.

How many songs are on 1349?

1349 has 4 tracks, running approximately 17 minutes.

1349

1349 · 2000

17 min · 4 tracks · black metal

Frenetic blast beats intertwine with chilling melodies, capturing the essence of relentless black metal aggression and dark atmosphere.

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Top tracks — play these first

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End of All — The opening track showcases the band's signature sound with its relentless tempo and haunting melodies, setting the tone for the entire EP.
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Antichrist Warzone — This track exemplifies the raw aggression and thematic depth characteristic of 1349, addressing apocalyptic imagery with ferocity.
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Chaos Within — Blending chaotic instrumentation with menacing vocals, this song encapsulates the internal struggle depicted throughout the EP, highlighting their lyrical themes.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

50 /100

Foothills

Higher than 23% of albums we've rated

The EP showcases strong black metal elements but is somewhat conventional in its execution.

What we noticed

The first three tracks feature rapid tempo changes, with blast beats dominating the rhythm while intertwining melodic guitar lines create a dark atmosphere.
The final track is a live recording, which introduces a different energy and rawness compared to the studio tracks.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
Craft 20% of the score: 7/10
Durability 25% of the score: 5/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 7/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 6/10

Influence 4/10

Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

1 End of All 5:50
2 Antichrist Warzone 4:23
3 Chaos Within 4:08
4 The Usurper (live) 3:27

What to play next

Listen next

Liberation

2003

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