What makes Human Hurricane by Pentagram notable?

Human Hurricane marked a critical return for Pentagram, earning notable acclaim in underground metal circles and helping to solidify their legacy in the genre. The album's raw energy and lyrical exploration of dark themes resonated with listeners, contributing to its status as a cult classic among doom metal enthusiasts. Released in 1998, Human Hurricane was Pentagram's first album after a decade-long hiatus following the 1986 release of Be Forewarned. The band had experienced significant lineup changes and was navigating a resurgence within the doom metal scene, which was gaining traction thanks to a new generation of bands inspired by their early work.

Who is Human Hurricane for?

Human Hurricane works well if you're into short bursts of intense energy, cathartic release through heaviness and dark themes with haunting melodies.

How many songs are on Human Hurricane?

Human Hurricane has 17 tracks, running approximately 65 minutes.

Human Hurricane

Pentagram · 1998

65 min · 17 tracks · heavy metal

A thunderous blend of doom-laden riffs and haunting melodies that encapsulate the essence of heavy metal's darker themes.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Forever My Queen — This track captures the band's signature sound, blending melancholic melodies with heavy riffs, setting the tone for the entire album.
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Rape — The song's intense thematic content and driving rhythm exemplify Pentagram's bold approach to heavy metal, pushing boundaries on lyrical discussions.
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Hurricane — As the title track, it encapsulates the album's overall atmosphere, with its relentless tempo and aggressive guitar work showcasing the band's iconic style.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

short bursts of intense energy
cathartic release through heaviness
dark themes with haunting melodies
urgent tracks for quick listens

Maybe skip if you

prefer lengthy immersive experiences
want lighthearted, upbeat sounds

Where this album fits

Career context: Released in 1998, Human Hurricane was Pentagram's first album after a decade-long hiatus following the 1986 release of Be Forewarned. The band had experienced significant lineup changes and was navigating a resurgence within the doom metal scene, which was gaining traction thanks to a new generation of bands inspired by their early work.
Stylistic neighbors: Black Sabbath· Candlemass· Saint Vitus

Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

Rape

The narrative shifts into an unsettling confrontation that challenges societal norms directly through vivid imagery.

This stark approach stands out in the heavy metal genre by confronting difficult subjects head-on rather than shying away from them.

Tracklist

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

1 Forever My Queen 2:22
2 The Bees 2:31
3 Out of Luck 3:50
4 Goddess 2:31
5 Target 7:37
6 Devil Child 1:26
7 Much Too Young to Know 4:37
8 If the Winds Would Change 3:27
9 The Diver 2:49
10 Rape 5:11
11 Livin' in a Ram's Head 2:15
12 Buzzsaw 2:36
13 Starlady 5:11
14 Show 'em How 10:00
15 Downhill Slope 4:18
16 Hurricane 2:01
17 Burning Rays 2:49

What to play next

Listen next

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Be Forewarned

1994

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