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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.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic emotional journeys
  • long, immersive listening sessions
  • gradual builds and payoffs
  • philosophical and dark themes

Where this album fits

Career 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.
Stylistic neighbors
Blasphemy· Persefone· Green Carnation

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Praise the Name of Satan 7:10
  • 2 Prince of the North 2:04
  • 3 Leviathan 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 6:49
  • 12 Goddess Flesh 2:32

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