Evangelion
Behemoth · 2009
41 min · 9 tracks · blackened death metal
An aggressive blend of blackened death metal with haunting melodies and philosophical themes, echoing through relentless rhythms.
Top tracks — play these first
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Daimonos Start here — Opening with thunderous drums and growling vocals, this track sets a powerful tone that encapsulates the album’s dark themes of chaos and spirituality.
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Ov Fire and the Void — This song features complex guitar work paired with relentless energy, illustrating Behemoth's signature blend of aggression with melodic nuances that highlight their musical evolution.
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Lucifer — With an extended runtime, this track showcases intricate compositions and lyrical depth that explore themes of rebellion and enlightenment, making it a standout piece on the album.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
Evangelion showcases ambitious compositions and strong thematic elements while maintaining a cohesive sound throughout.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a high-energy track that sets a relentless pace, maintaining aggressive tempos throughout most of its runtime.
- Melodic elements are interspersed within the heavy instrumentation, creating a contrast between aggression and haunting melodies.
- Several tracks feature complex arrangements with shifts in dynamics, including tempo changes and varied vocal styles that enhance the thematic depth.
- Composition 25% of the score
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8/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- 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
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- immersive dark atmospheres
- dynamic emotional journeys
- intense, focused listening sessions
- gradual builds and payoffs
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Critical Peak — Noted for ambitious composition and thematic depth, marking a high point in the band's career.
- Career context
- Released on August 7, 2009, Evangelion marked Behemoth's eighth studio album and a crucial moment in their career following their critically acclaimed album, The Apostasy. At this point, the band was solidifying its place within the extreme metal scene, pushing boundaries both musically and lyrically while gaining wider recognition in mainstream circles.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Mgła· Emperor· Dimmu Borgir
Tracklist
- 1 Daimonos Start here 5:15
- 2 Shemhamforash 3:56
- 3 Ov Fire and the Void 4:27
- 4 Transmigrating Beyond Realms ov Amenti 3:27
- 5 He Who Breeds Pestilence 5:41
- 6 The Seed ov I 4:58
- 7 Alas, Lord Is Upon Me 3:15
- 8 Defiling Morality ov Black God 2:49
- 9 Lucifer 8:06
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