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Drawing Down the Moon

Beherit · 1993

39 min · 13 tracks · black metal

A raw and chaotic exploration of dark atmospheres, blending primal black metal with avant-garde elements.

Why this album works

The album is notable for its lo-fi production and avant-garde approach to black metal, influencing a generation of extreme metal bands. It has received critical acclaim for its unique blend of ambient and aggressive sounds, earning a place in discussions surrounding the evolution of black metal during the early 90s.
Best for
steady pacing for focused listening dark atmosphere for introspective moods raw energy for late-night immersion
Context
Released in 1993, 'Drawing Down the Moon' was Beherit's second full-length album, following their debut 'Booze & Glory' from 1992. By this time, the band had solidified their sound, moving deeper into experimental territory while still rooted in the black metal genre, positioning themselves at a critical juncture within the Finnish metal scene.
Stylistic neighbors
Blasphemy· Impiety· Akercocke

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 Standout 2:52
  • 4 Sadomatic Rites Standout 4:07
  • 5 Black Arts 3:33
  • 6 The Gate of Nanna 4:14
  • 7 Nuclear Girl 1:31
  • 8 Unholy Pagan Fire Standout 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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