Dark Funeral
Dark Funeral · 1994
35 min · 9 tracks · black metal
A relentless barrage of icy riffs and haunting melodies enveloped in dark, atmospheric intensity.
Why this album works
'Dark Funeral' set a precedent in extreme metal, showcasing a polished production quality that helped elevate the Swedish black metal scene. The EP's tracks have become staples within their live performances and contributed to their rising reputation, leading to further releases that solidified their influence in the genre.
- Best for
- steady intensity throughout listening immersive dark atmosphere enveloping cathartic release of tension
- Context
- Released on May 4, 1994, 'Dark Funeral' marked the debut EP for the Swedish black metal band Dark Funeral. At this early stage in their career, the band was still establishing its identity in a burgeoning genre that was gaining international attention following the early 1990s Norwegian black metal scene.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Open the Gates Standout 4:34
- 2 Shadows Over Transylvania Standout 4:22
- 3 My Dark Desires 3:53
- 4 In the Sign of the Horns Standout 3:44
- 5 Equimanthorn 3:22
- 6 Call From the Grave 4:35
- 7 Open the Gates (Live 2003) 3:55
- 8 Shadows Over Transylvania (Live 2003) 3:16
- 9 My Dark Desires (Live 2003) 3:48
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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