Fallen
Burzum · 2011
47 min · 7 tracks · black metal · dark ambient · neofolk
Atmospheric soundscapes blend with haunting melodies, reflecting a meditative yet eerie exploration of darkness.
Why this album works
- Best for
- long immersive listening sessions gradual builds and payoffs atmospheric background focus
- Context
- Released on March 7, 2011, 'Fallen' was Burzum's first album after Varg Vikernes's release from prison in 2009. This album marked a return to music after a lengthy hiatus, showcasing a shift towards more ambient and melodic compositions compared to earlier works steeped in black metal aggression.
- If you like
- black metal, dark ambient, neofolk
Fallen is an album by Burzum, released in 2011. Atmospheric soundscapes blend with haunting melodies, reflecting a meditative yet eerie exploration of darkness. Despite controversial associations due to Vikernes's past, 'Fallen' received a generally positive reception and peaked at number 15 on the Norwegian charts. The album's blend of dark ambient and neofolk elements influenced the black metal genre's evolution, attracting attention both for its musicality and the artist's notorious background. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Fallen sound like?
Atmospheric soundscapes blend with haunting melodies, reflecting a meditative yet eerie exploration of darkness. Rooted in black metal and dark ambient.
What makes Fallen by Burzum notable?
Despite controversial associations due to Vikernes's past, 'Fallen' received a generally positive reception and peaked at number 15 on the Norwegian charts. The album's blend of dark ambient and neofolk elements influenced the black metal genre's evolution, attracting attention both for its musicality and the artist's notorious background. Released on March 7, 2011, 'Fallen' was Burzum's first album after Varg Vikernes's release from prison in 2009. This album marked a return to music after a lengthy hiatus, showcasing a shift towards more ambient and melodic compositions compared to earlier works steeped in black metal aggression.
Who is Fallen for?
Fallen works well if you're into long immersive listening sessions, gradual builds and payoffs and atmospheric background focus.
How many songs are on Fallen?
Fallen has 7 tracks, running approximately 47 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Fra verdenstreet 1:03
- 2 Jeg faller Standout 7:50
- 3 Valen 9:21
- 4 Vanvidd Standout 7:05
- 5 Enhver til sitt 6:16
- 6 Budstikken Standout 10:09
- 7 Til hel og tilbake igjen 5:57
Release Date
March 7, 2011
Artist Origin
Norway
Runtime
47 min 41 sec
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