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In Sorte Diaboli

Dimmu Borgir · 2007

91 min · 13 tracks · symphonic black metal · melodic black metal

Orchestral grandeur and relentless blast beats intertwine in a darkly theatrical symphony of melodic black metal.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic journey with emotional peaks
  • orchestral grandeur and intensity
  • wave-like pacing throughout experience
  • theatrical atmosphere for immersive listening
  • darkly dramatic late-night sessions

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking instant gratification tracks
  • prefer short, standalone songs

Where this album fits

Career context
In Sorte Diaboli is Dimmu Borgir's sixth studio album, released after their commercial peak with Death Cult Armageddon in 2003. This record marked a return to their symphonic roots while incorporating broader orchestral elements, showcasing the band's evolution in sound and production quality. The album also represents a significant lineup change, with keyboardist Mustis and bassist ICS Vortex contributing prominently for the first time since their earlier works.
Stylistic neighbors
Cradle of Filth· Emperor· Nightwish

Tracklist

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

Disc 1

  • 1 The Serpentine Offering 5:09
  • 2 The Chosen Legacy 4:16
  • 3 The Conspiracy Unfolds 5:23
  • 4 The Sacrilegious Scorn 4:00
  • 5 The Fallen Arises 2:59
  • 6 The Heretic Hammer 4:37
  • 7 The Sinister Awakening 5:09
  • 8 The Fundamental Alienation 5:17
  • 9 The Invaluable Darkness 4:44
  • 10 The Foreshadowing Furnace 5:49

Disc 2

  • 1 The Serpentine Offering 4:46
  • 2 Making of the Album With Dimmu Borgin (Studio Report) 21:51
  • 3 Making of the "The Serpentine Offering" Video With Dimmu Borgir 17:21

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