Drawing Down the Moon
Beherit · 1993
39 min · 13 tracks · black metal
A dissonant blend of harsh black metal riffs and unsettling atmospheric elements that evoke darkness and mysticism.
Top tracks — play these first
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Salomon's Gate — This track epitomizes the album's blend of chaotic rhythms and haunting melodies, establishing a visceral atmosphere that permeates throughout.
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Black Arts — With its relentless pacing and dark lyrical themes, this song serves as a powerful representation of Beherit's commitment to pushing the boundaries of black metal.
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Unholy Pagan Fire — This track captures the essence of ritualistic intensity and showcases the band's ability to create a chilling ambiance through layered instrumentation.
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Werewolf, Semen and Blood — The provocative title and aggressive delivery highlight the band's bold approach to taboo subjects, making it a standout example of their thematic audacity.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends aggressive riffs with atmospheric elements, creating a distinct sound within early Finnish black metal.
What we noticed
- The album opens with an ambient intro that sets a dark tone before launching into aggressive, dissonant riffs.
- Tracks often feature abrupt tempo changes, moving from fast-paced sections to slower, more atmospheric passages.
- Several tracks incorporate eerie soundscapes and samples that enhance the unsettling atmosphere throughout the record.
- The production is raw and lo-fi, which contributes to the overall harshness and authenticity of the black metal sound.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Significant within its genre. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady pacing for focused listening
- dark atmosphere for introspective moods
- raw energy for late-night immersion
- chaotic exploration of primal themes
Maybe skip if you
- prefer polished, refined sound
- seek immediate gratification in tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Drawing Down the Moon was Beherit's second full-length album, released in 1993 after their debut, The Oath of Black Blood, which had established them within the Finnish black metal scene. At this point in their career, they were experimenting with longer song structures and more complex arrangements, positioning themselves as significant contributors to the genre's underground movement.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Darkthrone· Mayhem· Burzum
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Intro (Tireheb) 0:44
- 2 Salomon's Gate 3:41
- 3 Nocturnal Evil 2:52
- 4 Sadomatic Rites 4:07
- 5 Black Arts 3:33
- 6 The Gate of Nanna 4:14
- 7 Nuclear Girl 1:31
- 8 Unholy Pagan Fire 3:53
- 9 Down There... 2:35
- 10 Summerlands 3:20
- 11 Werewolf, Semen and Blood 3:07
- 12 Thou Angel of the Gods 2:22
- 13 Lord of Shadows and Goldenwood 3:22
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