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Blutbahnen

Eisregen · 2007

55 min · 11 tracks · black metal

A dark and aggressive fusion of black metal and gothic elements, laced with haunting melodies and vivid storytelling.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Eisenkreuzkrieger — This track exemplifies Eisregen's thematic focus on war and conflict, featuring relentless riffs paired with haunting melodies that create a chilling atmosphere.
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    17 Kerzen am Dom — A standout for its emotional depth, this song juxtaposes melancholic lyrics with powerful instrumentation, showcasing the band's lyrical storytelling prowess.
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    Blutbahnen — The title track encapsulates the album's essence through its intense musicality and evocative imagery, making it a central piece in understanding Eisregen's narrative style.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady, immersive listening experience
  • dark, atmospheric storytelling
  • dynamic emotional peaks and valleys
  • haunting melodies with intensity

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on January 1, 2007, Blutbahnen is Eisregen's fifth studio album, following their breakthrough with 2004's Schattenwelt. At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their reputation within the German metal scene, building on the darker themes and intricate compositions that had become their signature.
Stylistic neighbors
Absu· Nokturnal Mortum· Dark Fortress

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Auftakt: Eine kleine Schlachtmusik 1:37
  • 2 Eisenkreuzkrieger 4:20
  • 3 Im Dornenwall 4:36
  • 4 Ein Hauch von Räude 5:53
  • 5 17 Kerzen am Dom 6:27
  • 6 Blutbahnen 5:24
  • 7 Alphawolf 4:27
  • 8 Frischtot 4:17
  • 9 Schlachthaus-Blues 6:21
  • 10 Zurück in die Kolonie 6:10
  • 11 Schneuz den Kasper! 5:30

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