Devil Is Fine
Zeal & Ardor · 2016
24 min · 9 tracks · black metal · spirituals
A haunting blend of black metal ferocity and spirituals that confronts the darkness within and around us.
Why this album works
- Best for
- short, intense listening sessions dark, introspective moods dynamic emotional journeys
- Context
- When 'Devil Is Fine' was released in April 2016, Zeal & Ardor was still an emerging project for Manuel Gagneux. This debut album followed Gagneux's initial exploration of blending genres, establishing a unique sound that would gain significant attention in the metal community.
- If you like
- black metal, spirituals
- If this clicks, go next to
- Stranger Fruit — It expands on the themes of darkness and spirituality with richer instrumentation.
Devil Is Fine is an album by Zeal & Ardor, released in 2016. A haunting blend of black metal ferocity and spirituals that confronts the darkness within and around us. 'Devil Is Fine' gained critical acclaim for its innovative fusion of black metal and African American spirituals, charting on multiple music platforms and sparking discussions around genre boundaries. The album's success led to a burgeoning fanbase and recognition at festivals, marking it as a cornerstone release in modern metal. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Devil Is Fine sound like?
A haunting blend of black metal ferocity and spirituals that confronts the darkness within and around us. Rooted in black metal and spirituals.
What makes Devil Is Fine by Zeal & Ardor notable?
'Devil Is Fine' gained critical acclaim for its innovative fusion of black metal and African American spirituals, charting on multiple music platforms and sparking discussions around genre boundaries. The album's success led to a burgeoning fanbase and recognition at festivals, marking it as a cornerstone release in modern metal. When 'Devil Is Fine' was released in April 2016, Zeal & Ardor was still an emerging project for Manuel Gagneux. This debut album followed Gagneux's initial exploration of blending genres, establishing a unique sound that would gain significant attention in the metal community.
Who is Devil Is Fine for?
Devil Is Fine works well if you're into short, intense listening sessions, dark, introspective moods and dynamic emotional journeys.
How many songs are on Devil Is Fine?
Devil Is Fine has 9 tracks, running approximately 24 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Devil Is Fine Standout 3:12
- 2 In Ashes 2:38
- 3 Sacrilegium I 1:54
- 4 Come On Down Standout 3:19
- 5 Children’s Summon 3:08
- 6 Sacrilegium II 2:11
- 7 Blood in the River Standout 3:33
- 8 What Is a Killer Like You Gonna Do Here? 2:15
- 9 Sacrilegium III 2:44
Release Date
April 15, 2016
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
24 min 54 sec
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