Fas – Ite, Maledicti, in Ignem Aeternum
Deathspell Omega · 2007
46 min · 6 tracks · black metal
A relentless exploration of darkness, blending chaotic textures with haunting melodies that challenge the conventions of black metal.
Top tracks — play these first
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The Shrine of Mad Laughter — This track exemplifies the band's intricate song structure and thematic complexity, merging dissonant riffs with an unsettling atmosphere that encapsulates the album's essence.
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The Repellent Scars of Abandon and Election — Spanning over eleven minutes, this track showcases an ambitious blend of tempo shifts and intense lyrical themes, pushing the limits of traditional black metal.
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A Chore for the Lost — Featuring a hauntingly beautiful progression, this piece highlights the band’s ability to create a palpable sense of despair intertwined with moments of serene introspection.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album's intricate compositions and unique sound set it apart in the black metal genre.
What we noticed
- The album features complex song structures with frequent tempo changes, creating a sense of unpredictability.
- Each track incorporates dissonant chords and unconventional harmonies, challenging traditional black metal melodies.
- The use of layered instrumentation creates a dense soundscape, often obscuring individual elements in favor of an overall atmosphere.
- 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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8/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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9/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
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
- dynamic emotional journeys
- long immersive listening sessions
- gradual builds and payoffs
- philosophical introspection exploration
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Fas – Ite, Maledicti, in Ignem Aeternum is Deathspell Omega's third full-length album, following their influential release, Si Monumentum Requires, Circumspice. This album marked a significant evolution in their sound, showcasing a more complex composition style and philosophical depth that solidified their position as pioneers within the avant-garde and black metal scenes.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Leviathan· Blut Aus Nord· Imperial Triumphant
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Obombration 4:48
- 2 The Shrine of Mad Laughter 10:37
- 3 Bread of Bitterness 7:49
- 4 The Repellent Scars of Abandon and Election 11:40
- 5 A Chore for the Lost 9:15
- 6 Obombration 2:07
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