Hünengrab im Herbst
Nagelfar · 1997
55 min · 7 tracks · black metal
Ethereal melodies intertwine with harsh vocals, creating a haunting soundscape that captures the essence of dark German folklore.
Top tracks — play these first
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Seelenland — This track exemplifies the album's rich atmospheric depth, blending haunting melodies with aggressive riffing, setting the tone for the entire record.
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Hünengrab im Herbst — The title track is a masterclass in mood and structure, encapsulating the thematic essence of the album while showcasing dynamic shifts between calm and chaos.
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Der Flug des Raben — This lengthy composition features intricate guitar work and lyrical storytelling that transports listeners through a narrative steeped in mythology and darkness.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album effectively blends atmospheric elements with traditional black metal, creating a distinctive sound within its genre.
What we noticed
- The album opens with an atmospheric intro that sets a haunting tone, followed by tracks that oscillate between ethereal melodies and aggressive black metal riffs.
- Vocals alternate between harsh screams and clean singing, creating a dynamic contrast that enhances the emotional weight of the music.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
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.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Intro 0:26
- 2 Seelenland 5:21
- 3 Schwanengesang 14:16
- 4 Hünengrab im Herbst 5:32
- 5 Bildnis der Apokalypse 6:22
- 6 Srontgorrth (Das dritte Kapitel) 9:34
- 7 Der Flug des Raben 14:00
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