What makes Crebain / Leviathan by Leviathan notable?

'Crebain / Leviathan' is notable for its critical acclaim in the underground metal community, often cited as a defining release in American black metal. The album's raw emotional intensity and atmospheric depth influenced subsequent artists within the genre, contributing to the rise of atmospheric black metal in the early 2000s. In 2004, Leviathan was at a crucial point following their acclaimed debut album, 'The Tenth Sub Level of Suicide'. 'Crebain / Leviathan' marked an exploration into darker themes and more complex compositions, showcasing the band's evolution in sound. This release solidified their reputation within the underground black metal scene.

How many songs are on Crebain / Leviathan?

Crebain / Leviathan has 12 tracks, running approximately 65 minutes.

Crebain / Leviathan

Leviathan · 2004

65 min · 12 tracks · black metal

A haunting blend of black metal ferocity and ambient desolation, echoing themes of despair and darkness.

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Sorrow of the Ancients — This opening track establishes the album's somber tone with its intricate layering of guitar work and chilling atmosphere, setting the stage for what follows.
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Glorious Age of Satan — With its aggressive riffs and haunting melodies, this track embodies the thematic confrontation with dark forces, showcasing Leviathan's signature sound.
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Ruminating in Hatemagick — A lengthy exploration into despair and malice, this track captures the essence of the album’s concept with a mix of relentless aggression and ambient interludes.

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Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

64 /100

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Higher than 79% of albums we've rated

The album showcases complex compositions and a unique blend of aggression and atmosphere, marking it as a significant entry in black metal.

What we noticed

The album features long tracks, with several exceeding seven minutes, allowing for extended atmospheric build-ups and shifts in intensity.
There are multiple sections within tracks that transition from aggressive black metal riffs to ambient interludes, creating a stark contrast in mood.
Vocals are often layered with reverb and distortion, blending into the instrumentation rather than standing out as a separate element.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 8/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 8/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 7/10

Influence 6/10

Significant within its genre. 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.

Tracklist

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1 Sorrow of the Ancients 5:03
2 Legion 4:30
3 Cold Black Heart 4:33
4 Retribution 5:31
5 The Burden of My Despair 5:59
6 Glorious Age of Satan 6:11
7 Ruminating in Hatemagick 7:43
8 Epoch of Surcease (The Secretion of Funerals) 5:45
9 Burning in Waves, Choked by Mountains 5:44
10 Black Years From Here 4:07
11 Now Relic 8:38
12 Blood Angel 1:16

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