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Released 20 years ago

Hrimthursum

Necrophobic · 2006

59 min · 12 tracks · black metal · death metal

Fierce black metal aggression intertwines with melodic death metal elements, creating an atmospheric and foreboding sonic landscape.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo aggression
  • atmospheric soundscapes for immersion
  • dark themes with melodic undertones
  • focused listening for contemplation

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking upbeat, energetic tracks
  • prefer short, standalone songs

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2006, 'Hrimthursum' is Necrophobic's fifth studio album, following their 2004 release 'Bloodhymns'. By this time, the band had established themselves within the Swedish metal scene, known for their signature blend of black and death metal.
Stylistic neighbors
Dissection· Dark Funeral· Behemoth

Tracklist

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

  • 1 The Slaughter of Baby Jesus 3:14
  • 2 Blinded by Light, Enlightened by Darkness 4:02
  • 3 I Strike With Wrath 5:52
  • 4 Age of Chaos 5:49
  • 5 Bloodshed Eyes 4:06
  • 6 The Crossing 6:19
  • 7 Eternal Winter 5:20
  • 8 Death Immaculate 4:41
  • 9 Sitra Ahra 5:54
  • 10 Serpents (Beneath the Forest of the Dead) 3:44
  • 11 Black Hate 4:00
  • 12 Hrimthursum 6:01

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