De Principii Evangelikum cover

De Principii Evangelikum

Antaeus · 2002

27 min · 10 tracks · black metal

A relentless assault of raw riffs and chaotic rhythms that embody the dark spirit of black metal.

Why this album works

'De Principii Evangelikum' garnered attention for its uncompromising approach to black metal, influencing subsequent bands and contributing to the underground's movement. The album was noted for its raw production and intense energy, establishing Antaeus as a significant force in the genre.
Career context
Released in 2002, 'De Principii Evangelikum' is Antaeus' second full-length album, following their debut, 'Cut Your Flesh and Worship Satan'. At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their reputation within the French black metal scene, pushing boundaries with their aggressive sound and confrontational themes.
Stylistic neighbors
Blasphemy· Impiety· Akercocke

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Intro / Intravenal Call 3:43
  • 2 De Principii Evangelikum Standout 2:53
  • 3 Seen Through Skarz 2:42
  • 4 Wormz on Day VI 2:46
  • 5 Nave X Kathedral 2:18
  • 6 Illegal Angelz Standout 3:06
  • 7 Xristik Throne 3:25
  • 8 Sanctus 2:57
  • 9 Blood War III Standout 3:32
  • 10 [untitled] 0:29

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