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Bells of Doom

Therion · 2001

36 min · 10 tracks · symphonic metal

A chaotic blend of symphonic metal and avant-garde elements teeming with theatrical intensity and dark lyrical themes.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • theatrical intensity throughout tracks
  • dynamic shifts in pacing
  • dark themes with dramatic flair
  • short bursts of chaotic energy

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer straightforward, linear progression
  • seek lighthearted, upbeat vibes

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2001, 'Bells of Doom' is Therion's sixth studio album, following their breakthrough 'Vovin' (1998). This album marked a period of experimentation as they expanded their orchestral sound and thematic depth, further cementing their role in the symphonic metal genre.
Stylistic neighbors
Nightwish· Epica· Within Temptation

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Rock 'n' Roll Jam 1:11
  • 2 Scared to Death (excerpt) 1:59
  • 3 Bells of Doom 6:14
  • 4 Macabre Declension 7:03
  • 5 Paroxysmal Holocaust 4:47
  • 6 Outro 0:59
  • 7 Ravaged 2:44
  • 8 Black 5:18
  • 9 Melez 4:24
  • 10 Path of the Psychopath 1:55

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