Blacken the Angel
Agathodaimon · 1998
60 min · 10 tracks · symphonic black metal
A dark and atmospheric blend of symphonic melodies and aggressive black metal riffs, creating an immersive sonic landscape.
Top tracks — play these first
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Near Dark — At over 15 minutes long, this track serves as a monumental centerpiece that intertwines intricate melodies with intense atmospheric shifts, showcasing the band's technical prowess.
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Banner of Blasphemy — This track exemplifies Agathodaimon's ability to fuse haunting symphonic elements with raw aggression, making it a standout representation of their unique sound.
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Tristețea vehemență — Opening the album, this track sets a profound tone with its melancholic melodies layered over heavy instrumentation, establishing the thematic depth present throughout the record.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends symphonic elements with black metal effectively, showcasing strong craftsmanship and composition.
What we noticed
- The album features orchestral arrangements that intertwine with aggressive guitar riffs, creating a layered soundscape.
- Several tracks incorporate tempo shifts, moving from fast-paced sections to slower, more atmospheric interludes.
- The use of choral elements and symphonic instrumentation is prominent, particularly in the opening track and the closing piece.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. 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
- dynamic emotional journeys
- long immersive listening sessions
- wave-like pacing and intensity
- hauntingly atmospheric soundscapes
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1998, Blacken the Angel marked Agathodaimon's second studio album, following their debut, The Weaving Sun. This album solidified their place within the symphonic black metal scene, showcasing a refinement in their sound and lyrical themes. The band was transitioning from underground recognition to a more established presence in the European metal scene.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Dimmu Borgir· Cradle of Filth· Emperor
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Tristețea vehemență 8:11
- 2 Banner of Blasphemy 5:47
- 3 Near Dark 15:37
- 4 Ill of an Imaginary Guilt 4:19
- 5 Die Nacht des Unwesens 3:40
- 6 Contemplation Song 2:25
- 7 Sfințit cu rouă suferinții 4:44
- 8 Stingher/Alone 4:26
- 9 After Dark 4:26
- 10 Ribbons/Requiem 7:21
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