Black Force Domain cover

Black Force Domain

Krisiun · 1995

41 min · 10 tracks · death metal

Relentless blast beats and guttural growls intertwine with intricate guitar work, creating a sonic assault of death metal ferocity.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Black Force Domain — The title track encapsulates the album's aggressive sound with ferocious riffs and relentless drumming, setting a high-energy tone for the entire record.
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    Messiah of the Double Cross — This track features complex guitar arrangements and showcases Krisiun's signature intensity, making it a standout example of their musical identity.
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    Evil Mastermind — With its dark themes and relentless pace, this song exemplifies the band's ability to blend melody with aggression, highlighting their songwriting skills.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

51 /100
Foothills
Higher than 34% of albums we've rated

The album showcases technical prowess and intensity typical of early Brazilian death metal, establishing a solid foundation for future works.

What we noticed

  • The album features relentless blast beats that dominate the majority of tracks, creating an aggressive and fast-paced sound.
  • Vocals are predominantly guttural growls, with occasional higher-pitched screams that contrast against the heavy instrumentation.
Composition 25% of the score
7/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
6/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
5/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
7/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
6/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 6/10

Significant within its genre. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • relentless pacing for intensity
  • steady energy throughout experience
  • immersive listening in sequence
  • cathartic aggression and release

Maybe skip if you

  • prefer lighter, melodic sounds
  • seek instant gratification tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1995, Black Force Domain was Krisiun's debut album, marking their entry into the death metal scene. At this point, the band had already garnered attention in Brazil but sought to establish themselves internationally with this release. The album set the stage for their subsequent rise within the genre, showcasing their technical prowess and intense sound.
Stylistic neighbors
Immolation· Nile· Decapitated

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Black Force Domain 5:19
  • 2 Messiah of the Double Cross 5:01
  • 3 Hunter of Souls 4:03
  • 4 Blind Possession 3:46
  • 5 Evil Mastermind 4:19
  • 6 Infamous Glory 2:06
  • 7 Rejected to Perish Below 4:44
  • 8 Meanest Evil 4:22
  • 9 Obssession by Evil Force 3:43
  • 10 Sacrifice of the Unborn 3:59

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