Beloved Antichrist
Therion · 2018
182 min · 46 tracks · symphonic metal
A grandiose blend of symphonic metal and operatic vocals that tells an epic narrative across diverse musical landscapes.
Why this album works
This album stands out as a notable entry in Therion's discography due to its ambitious scope and structure, featuring 27 tracks that create a comprehensive narrative. It received positive reviews from critics who praised its orchestration and complexity, further solidifying Therion's influence within the symphonic metal genre.
- Best for
- dynamic journey with emotional peaks immersive storytelling across tracks grandiose soundscapes for deep focus
- Context
- By the time 'Beloved Antichrist' was released in 2018, Therion had established themselves as pioneers of symphonic metal, following their previous successful album, 'Les Fleurs du Mal' in 2012. This release marked a significant artistic endeavor for the band as it is a rock opera based on the novel 'Ahriman' by Thomas Karlsson, showcasing their evolution into more theatrical and ambitious compositions.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Liv Kristine· Die Apokalyptischen Reiter· After Forever
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Turn From Heaven 3:07
- 2 Where Will You Go? 2:15
- 3 Through Dust, Through Rain 5:01
- 4 Signs Are Here 4:21
- 5 Never Again 2:21
- 6 Bring Her Home 4:00
- 7 The Solid Black Beyond 3:48
- 8 The Crowning of Splendour 3:35
- 9 Morning Has Broken 6:39
- 10 Garden of Peace 3:25
- 11 Our Destiny 2:42
- 12 Anthem 4:18
- 13 The Palace Ball 5:21
- 14 Jewels From Afar 4:22
- 15 Hail Caesar! Standout 5:11
- 16 What Is Wrong? 2:08
- 17 Nothing but My Name 3:03
Disc 2
- 1 The Arrival of Apollonius Standout 5:07
- 2 Pledging Loyalty 2:56
- 3 Night Reborn 3:58
- 4 Dagger of God 3:33
- 5 Temple of New Jerusalem 4:02
- 6 The Lions Roar 3:44
- 7 Bringing the Gospel 4:44
- 8 Laudate Dominum 5:01
- 9 Remaining Silent 2:56
- 10 Behold Antichrist 4:40
- 11 Cursed by the Fallen 2:00
- 12 Resurrection 3:42
- 13 To Where I Weep 5:58
- 14 Astral Sophia 5:43
- 15 Thy Will Be Done! 4:37
Disc 3
- 1 Shoot Them Down! 3:49
- 2 Beneath the Starry Skies 4:27
- 3 Forgive Me Standout 9:42
- 4 The Wasteland of My Heart 3:24
- 5 Burning the Palace 8:22
- 6 Prelude to War 0:38
- 7 Day of Wrath 4:14
- 8 Rise to War 3:48
- 9 Time Has Come / Final Battle 2:57
- 10 My Voyage Carries On 3:52
- 11 Striking Darkness 2:05
- 12 Seeds of Time 1:39
- 13 To Shine Forever 2:07
- 14 Theme of Antichrist 3:32
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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