Blacken the Angel
Agathodaimon · 1998
60 min · 10 tracks · symphonic black metal
Ethereal melodies intertwine with aggressive riffs, creating a hauntingly immersive symphonic black metal experience.
Why this album works
'Blacken the Angel' was pivotal in solidifying Agathodaimon's place in the symphonic black metal scene. The album received positive reviews for its ambitious compositions and atmospheric sound, influencing subsequent bands exploring similar fusions of melody and aggression.
- Best for
- dynamic emotional journeys long immersive listening sessions wave-like pacing and intensity
- Context
- Released in 1998, 'Blacken the Angel' is Agathodaimon's second album, following their debut 'Demon's Dawn' from 1996. At this point, the band was refining their blend of gothic elements and black metal, establishing their identity within the genre as they began gaining a dedicated fanbase.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Graveworm· Dimmu Borgir· Enslavement of Beauty
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Tristețea vehemență Standout 8:11
- 2 Banner of Blasphemy Standout 5:47
- 3 Near Dark Standout 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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