Aspera Hiems Symfonia/Constellation/My Angel
79 min · 16 tracks · black metal
A labyrinth of atmospheric textures and haunting melodies that intertwine avant-garde metal with black metal's intensity.
Top tracks — play these first
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To Thou Who Dwellest in the Night — This opening track sets a dark and immersive tone, blending orchestral elements with aggressive riffs that define the band's unique sound.
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Fall of Man — The song features dynamic shifts between melodic passages and harsh vocals, illustrating Arcturus' capacity for emotional and musical complexity.
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My Angel — Closing the album, this track encapsulates the ethereal qualities of Arcturus’ music, combining lush arrangements with haunting vocal lines.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic progression with emotional peaks
- immersive exploration of dark themes
- wave-like pacing that captivates
- haunting vocals for introspective moments
- late-night solitude with intensity
Maybe skip if you
- prefer straightforward, upbeat tracks
- seek instant gratification and hooks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Aspera Hiems Symfonia/Constellation/My Angel marked Arcturus' second full-length release, following their debut album, 'Aspera Hiems Symfonia', which established their innovative sound. This album came during a period when the band was solidifying its identity within the avant-garde metal scene, showcasing a complex musical evolution and experimentation.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 To Thou Who Dwellest in the Night 6:46
- 2 Wintry Grey 4:34
- 3 Whence & Whither Goest the Wind 5:14
- 4 Raudt og svart 5:48
- 5 The Bodkin & the Quietus 4:34
- 6 Du Nordavind 3:59
- 7 Fall of Man 6:05
- 8 Naar kulda tar 4:21
Disc 2
- 1 The Deep Is the Skies 4:19
- 2 Cosmojam 1:45
- 3 Raudt og svart 6:08
- 4 Icebound Streams and Vapours Grey 4:44
- 5 Naar kulda tar 4:28
- 6 Du Nordavind 4:29
- 7 My Angel 5:56
- 8 Morax 6:28
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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