Anno Domini 1989–1995
Black Sabbath · 2024
182 min · 40 tracks · hard rock
A heavy tapestry of doom-laden riffs, haunting melodies, and philosophical musings woven throughout Black Sabbath's storied legacy.
Top tracks — play these first
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Headless Cross Start here — This track exemplifies the band’s trademark blend of haunting melodies and powerful riffs, showcasing lyrical themes of mysticism and darkness that resonate throughout the album.
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When Death Calls — Featuring poignant vocals and a powerful narrative about mortality, this track stands out for its emotional depth and showcases the band's ability to evolve while maintaining their core identity.
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The Illusion of Power — With its aggressive instrumentation and critical exploration of societal issues, this track captures the essence of Black Sabbath’s later sound while pushing thematic boundaries.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic progression with peaks
- heavy atmosphere for deep focus
- brooding riffs for introspective moments
- long tracks for patient listening
- wave-like pacing for emotional arcs
Maybe skip if you
- seeking instant gratification
- prefer short, standalone tracks
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Deep Cut — Highlights a lesser-known era, appealing to dedicated fans of Black Sabbath.
- Themes
- dark nostalgia· heavy metal resurrection· brooding mortality
- Career context
- Released in 2024, Anno Domini 1989–1995 marks a retrospective compilation that encapsulates the latter era of Black Sabbath's career. This album follows their 2013 reunion with Ozzy Osbourne and serves as a bridge to their ongoing influence in heavy metal, showcasing tracks from their later albums. It reflects the band's evolution as they navigated personnel changes and explored new musical territories while retaining their signature sound.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Candlemass· Electric Wizard· Pentagram
Tracklist
Disc 1
- 1 The Gates of Hell 1:06
- 2 Headless Cross Start here 6:29
- 3 Devil & Daughter 4:44
- 4 When Death Calls 6:55
- 5 Kill in the Spirit World 5:11
- 6 Call of the Wild 5:18
- 7 Black Moon 4:06
- 8 Nightwing 6:36
- 9 Cloak and Dagger 4:39
Disc 2
- 1 Anno Mundi 6:12
- 2 The Law Maker 3:54
- 3 Jerusalem 3:59
- 4 The Sabbath Stones 6:48
- 5 The Battle of Tyr 1:08
- 6 Odin’s Court 2:42
- 7 Valhalla 4:42
- 8 Feels Good to Me 5:44
- 9 Heaven in Black 4:05
Disc 3
- 1 I Witness 4:55
- 2 Cross of Thorns 4:33
- 3 Psychophobia 3:12
- 4 Virtual Death 5:48
- 5 Immaculate Deception 4:13
- 6 Dying for Love 5:50
- 7 Back to Eden 3:54
- 8 The Hand That Rocks the Cradle 4:28
- 9 Cardinal Sin 4:18
- 10 Evil Eye 5:59
- 11 What’s the Use 3:04
Disc 4
- 1 The Illusion of Power 4:50
- 2 Get a Grip 4:01
- 3 Can’t Get Close Enough 4:32
- 4 Shaking Off the Chains 4:07
- 5 I Won’t Cry for You 5:24
- 6 Guilty as Hell 3:30
- 7 Sick and Tired 3:30
- 8 Rusty Angels 5:14
- 9 Forbidden 3:46
- 10 Kiss of Death 6:11
- 11 Loser Gets It All 2:56
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Nightfall
Candlemass
Shares dark, brooding themes and heavy riffs with a focus on mortality and nostalgia.
Gothic
Paradise Lost
Explores similar bleak atmospheres and themes of despair within heavy, melodic soundscapes.
October Rust
Type O Negative
Combines haunting melodies with heavy instrumentation to evoke a sense of dark nostalgia and introspection.
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