Franckensteina Strataemontanus
Carach Angren · 2020
50 min · 11 tracks · symphonic black metal
A darkly theatrical blend of symphonic elements and relentless black metal intensity unfolds throughout the album.
Why this album works
This album received positive critical acclaim for its ambitious storytelling and musical complexity, marking a continued evolution in Carach Angren's sound. It further established the band as key players in the symphonic black metal genre, particularly with its unique blend of horror-inspired themes and classical orchestration.
- Best for
- dark, theatrical storytelling experience immersive narrative-driven listening dynamic emotional fluctuations
- Context
- Released on June 26, 2020, 'Franckensteina Strataemontanus' is Carach Angren's fifth studio album, following their 2017 release 'Dance and Laugh Amongst the Rotten'. At this point in their career, the band had solidified their reputation within the symphonic black metal scene while continuing to explore rich, narrative-driven concepts in their music.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Graveworm· Dimmu Borgir· Enslavement of Beauty
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Here in German Woodland 1:35
- 2 Scourged Ghoul Undead Standout 5:37
- 3 Franckensteina Strataemontanus Standout 3:03
- 4 The Necromancer 4:08
- 5 Sewn for Solitude 3:51
- 6 Operation Compass 6:00
- 7 Monster 3:33
- 8 Der Vampir von Nürnberg Standout 6:00
- 9 Skull with a Forked Tongue 5:55
- 10 Like a Conscious Parasite I Roam 8:16
- 11 Frederick's Experiments 2:40
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