Danzig III: How the Gods Kill cover

Danzig III: How the Gods Kill

Danzig · 1992

49 min · 10 tracks · hard rock · heavy metal

A dark and brooding blend of heavy metal and hard rock, steeped in gothic atmosphere.

Why this album works

'How the Gods Kill' debuted at number 24 on the Billboard 200 chart, showcasing Danzig's commercial appeal. The album was praised for its darker themes and heavier sound, solidifying Danzig's influence on the heavy metal genre during the early '90s.
Career context
Released on July 14, 1992, 'Danzig III: How the Gods Kill' is Danzig's third album, following their critically acclaimed 'Danzig II: Lucifuge'. At this point, the band had solidified their identity as a leading force in heavy metal, gaining a dedicated fanbase while facing increasing pressure to evolve musically.
Stylistic neighbors
Alice Cooper· Iris· Rob Zombie
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Tracklist

New here? Start with "Godless".

  • 1 Godless Start here 6:50
  • 2 Anything 4:49
  • 3 Bodies 4:25
  • 4 How the Gods Kill Standout 5:57
  • 5 Dirty Black Summer Standout 5:14
  • 6 Left Hand Black 4:30
  • 7 Heart of the Devil 4:40
  • 8 Sistinas 4:25
  • 9 Do You Wear the Mark 4:47
  • 10 When the Dying Calls 3:32

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