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666 International

Dødheimsgard · 1999

64 min · 13 tracks · black metal

An avant-garde fusion of black metal chaos and experimental soundscapes that defy genre boundaries.

Why this album works

'666 International' is notable for its innovative blend of genres that influenced a wave of avant-garde and experimental metal artists. It received critical acclaim upon release, with publications highlighting its pioneering approach; it has since become a touchstone for those exploring the intersections of black metal and avant-garde music.
Best for
dynamic emotional journeys long immersive listening sessions wave-like pacing and flow
Context
Released in 1999, '666 International' marked Dødheimsgard's evolution from traditional black metal to a more eclectic and experimental sound. This album followed their acclaimed debut, 'Filosofem,' and showcased a significant shift in musical direction, incorporating electronic elements and complex arrangements, as the band sought to redefine their identity within the Norwegian black metal scene.
Stylistic neighbors
Impiety· Akercocke· Agalloch

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Shiva‐Interfere Standout 9:10
  • 2 Ion Storm Standout 4:20
  • 3 Carpet Bombing 2:25
  • 4 Regno Potiri Standout 10:19
  • 5 Final Conquest 5:59
  • 6 Logic 1:00
  • 7 Sonar Bliss 7:39
  • 8 Magic 1:43
  • 9 Completion 6:29
  • 65 [silence] 0:06
  • 66 Completion, Part 2 1:29
  • 67 Haemorrhage‐Era One Reconstructed 5:03
  • 68 Proton Navigator 9:02

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