What makes Horna / Musta Surma by Horna notable?

Musta Surma received critical acclaim for its production quality and songwriting, helping to elevate Horna’s status within the genre. The album is noted for influencing subsequent black metal bands in Finland and beyond, contributing to the rich tapestry of underground metal during the early 2000s. Released in 2000, Musta Surma marks Horna's third studio album, following their earlier works that established them as significant players in the Finnish black metal scene. At this point, the band was solidifying their identity after a series of lineup changes, showcasing a more refined sound while retaining their core intensity.

How many songs are on Horna / Musta Surma?

Horna / Musta Surma has 4 tracks, running approximately 15 minutes.

Horna / Musta Surma

Horna · 2000

15 min · 4 tracks · black metal

Merging raw aggression with haunting melodies, this album embodies the dark essence of Finnish black metal.

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Noidanloitsu — This opening track sets the tone for the album with its intense pace and evocative lyrical themes that explore witchcraft and mysticism.
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Uhrivalkea — With its dramatic shifts between aggression and melody, this track exemplifies Horna's ability to blend traditional black metal elements with a melodic sensibility.
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Kuolonmyrsky — This song features intricate guitar work and atmospheric sections that highlight the band's evolution while maintaining their aggressive style.

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Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

64 /100

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Higher than 79% of albums we've rated

The EP combines aggressive instrumentation with melodic elements, showcasing strong songwriting within the black metal genre.

What we noticed

The first track opens with a blast beat that sets a relentless pace, which is maintained through the second track before shifting to a slower tempo in the third.
Melodic guitar lines weave through the aggressive drumming, creating a contrast between raw energy and haunting melodies.
Each track features a distinct structure, often alternating between fast-paced sections and slower, atmospheric interludes.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 8/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 8/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 7/10

Influence 6/10

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.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

1 Noidanloitsu 4:22
2 Uhrivalkea 3:27
3 Kuolonmyrsky 4:16
4 Miekka ja krusifiksi 3:49

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