De Principii Evangelikum
Antaeus · 2002
27 min · 10 tracks · black metal
A brutal cacophony of dark riffs and shrieking vocals weaving through dissonant melodies and relentless rhythms.
Top tracks — play these first
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De Principii Evangelikum — This title track encapsulates the album's essence with its ferocity, showcasing both lyrical depth and instrumental aggression that defines Antaeus's style.
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Blood War III — The track stands out with its relentless tempo shifts and anthemic chorus, reflecting the band's thematic focus on conflict and chaos.
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Illegal Angelz — Incorporating a more melodic element within its harsh framework, this track highlights Antaeus's ability to blend brutality with intricate songwriting.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album delivers intense black metal with complex structures but may feel overwhelming on repeated listens.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a brief intro that sets a dark tone before launching into relentless, fast-paced tracks that rarely drop below high intensity.
- Each song features complex, dissonant guitar riffs layered over aggressive drumming, creating a dense wall of sound.
- Vocals alternate between shrieking and guttural styles, often overlapping with the instrumentation to enhance the chaotic atmosphere.
- The final track is untitled and serves as an abrupt conclusion, leaving the listener with a sense of unresolved tension.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- relentless energy from start
- short bursts of intensity
- chaotic rhythms for adrenaline
- in-order listening for impact
Maybe skip if you
- prefer lengthy, expansive albums
- seek melodic calmness
Where this album fits
- Career context
- De Principii Evangelikum is Antaeus's second studio album, released in 2002 following their debut, The Superior Greatness of the One. At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their reputation within the black metal scene, known for their aggressive sound and intense live performances.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Marduk· Dark Funeral· Behemoth
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Intro / Intravenal Call 3:43
- 2 De Principii Evangelikum 2:53
- 3 Seen Through Skarz 2:42
- 4 Wormz on Day VI 2:46
- 5 Nave X Kathedral 2:18
- 6 Illegal Angelz 3:06
- 7 Xristik Throne 3:25
- 8 Sanctus 2:57
- 9 Blood War III 3:32
- 10 [untitled] 0:29
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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