Choronzon
Akercocke · 2003
54 min · 12 tracks · black metal · death metal · heavy metal
A chaotic blend of blackened death metal and progressive elements layered with philosophical and darkly evocative themes.
Why this album works
- Best for
- dynamic emotional journeys long, immersive listening sessions gradual builds and payoffs
- Context
- Released in 2003, 'Choronzon' is Akercocke's third studio album and marked a significant evolution in their sound following the critically acclaimed 'The Goat of Mendes'. At this point, the band was solidifying their identity within the extreme metal scene, balancing complex musicianship with provocative lyrics that explored occult themes.
- If you like
- black metal, death metal, heavy metal
Choronzon is an album by Akercocke, released in 2003. A chaotic blend of blackened death metal and progressive elements layered with philosophical and darkly evocative themes. The album received widespread acclaim for its ambitious blend of genres, featuring on numerous year-end lists and enhancing Akercocke's reputation within the metal community. 'Choronzon' is notable for its exploration of taboo subjects, which sparked discussions around censorship in music, particularly relating to its lyrical content. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Choronzon sound like?
A chaotic blend of blackened death metal and progressive elements layered with philosophical and darkly evocative themes. Rooted in black metal and death metal.
What makes Choronzon by Akercocke notable?
The album received widespread acclaim for its ambitious blend of genres, featuring on numerous year-end lists and enhancing Akercocke's reputation within the metal community. 'Choronzon' is notable for its exploration of taboo subjects, which sparked discussions around censorship in music, particularly relating to its lyrical content. Released in 2003, 'Choronzon' is Akercocke's third studio album and marked a significant evolution in their sound following the critically acclaimed 'The Goat of Mendes'. At this point, the band was solidifying their identity within the extreme metal scene, balancing complex musicianship with provocative lyrics that explored occult themes.
Who is Choronzon for?
Choronzon works well if you're into dynamic emotional journeys, long, immersive listening sessions and gradual builds and payoffs.
How many songs are on Choronzon?
Choronzon has 12 tracks, running approximately 54 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Praise the Name of Satan Standout 7:10
- 2 Prince of the North 2:04
- 3 Leviathan Standout 7:47
- 4 Enraptured by Evil 4:06
- 5 Choronzon 2:07
- 6 Valley of the Crucified 5:09
- 7 Bathykolpian Avatar 5:25
- 8 Upon Coriaceous Wings 1:46
- 9 Scapegoat 4:13
- 10 Son of the Morning 5:32
- 11 Becoming the Adversary Standout 6:49
- 12 Goddess Flesh 2:32
Release Date
January 1, 2003
Artist Origin
United Kingdom
Runtime
54 min 45 sec
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