Kings of Damnation 98–04
Black Label Society · 2005
113 min · 26 tracks · hard rock · heavy metal · groove metal
A brutal fusion of Southern metal and hard rock, layered with gritty riffs and powerful vocals.
Why this album works
- Best for
- gradual build to climactic intensity headphone detail hunting for riffs late-night driving with friends
- Context
- Released in 2005, 'Kings of Damnation 98–04' serves as a compilation of Black Label Society's notable tracks from their first four albums. By this time, Zakk Wylde had established himself as a formidable force in heavy music, following the success of 'The Blessed Hellride' in 2003, which helped solidify the band's presence in the mainstream metal scene.
- If you like
- hard rock, heavy metal, groove metal
Kings of Damnation 98–04 is an album by Black Label Society, released in 2005. A brutal fusion of Southern metal and hard rock, layered with gritty riffs and powerful vocals. 'Kings of Damnation 98–04' showcases Black Label Society's evolution and broad appeal, reaching No. 27 on the Billboard 200 chart. The album is significant not only for its commercial performance but also for demonstrating Wylde's influence on the groove metal genre, inspiring a new generation of musicians seeking to blend Southern rock elements with heavier sounds. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Kings of Damnation 98–04 sound like?
A brutal fusion of Southern metal and hard rock, layered with gritty riffs and powerful vocals. Rooted in hard rock and heavy metal.
What makes Kings of Damnation 98–04 by Black Label Society notable?
'Kings of Damnation 98–04' showcases Black Label Society's evolution and broad appeal, reaching No. 27 on the Billboard 200 chart. The album is significant not only for its commercial performance but also for demonstrating Wylde's influence on the groove metal genre, inspiring a new generation of musicians seeking to blend Southern rock elements with heavier sounds. Released in 2005, 'Kings of Damnation 98–04' serves as a compilation of Black Label Society's notable tracks from their first four albums. By this time, Zakk Wylde had established himself as a formidable force in heavy music, following the success of 'The Blessed Hellride' in 2003, which helped solidify the band's presence in the mainstream metal scene.
Who is Kings of Damnation 98–04 for?
Kings of Damnation 98–04 works well if you're into gradual build to climactic intensity, headphone detail hunting for riffs and late-night driving with friends.
How many songs are on Kings of Damnation 98–04?
Kings of Damnation 98–04 has 26 tracks, running approximately 113 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Losing Your Mind 5:28
- 2 Horse Called War 5:01
- 3 Between Heaven and Hell 3:22
- 4 Sold My Soul 4:53
- 5 Bored to Tears 4:28
- 6 Bleed for Me Standout 5:30
- 7 T.A.Z. 1:55
- 8 Counterfeit God 4:18
- 9 Stronger Than Death 4:53
- 10 Speedball 0:58
- 11 Demise of Sanity 3:23
- 12 We Live No More 3:59
- 13 Stillborn Standout 3:15
- 14 The Blessed Hellride Standout 4:32
- 15 Crazy or High 3:34
- 16 House of Doom 3:45
- 17 Takillya 0:40
- 18 Doomsday Inc. 4:24
- 19 S.D.M.F. 3:32
Disc 2
- 1 No More Tears 6:56
- 2 Whiter Shade of Pale 5:14
- 3 Heart of Gold 3:14
- 4 Snowblind 7:00
- 5 The Wizard 4:44
- 6 In My Time of Dyin’ 7:30
- 7 Come Together 6:27
Release Date
January 1, 2005
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
113 min 7 sec
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