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La Grande Danse Macabre

Marduk · 2001

45 min · 10 tracks · black metal

A relentless barrage of grim melodies and ferocious drumming that embodies the essence of black metal's darkest themes.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • wave-like pacing with intensity
  • dynamic journey of dark themes
  • relentless energy for catharsis
  • immersive experience for deep focus

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer light, upbeat sounds
  • seek instant gratification tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time 'La Grande Danse Macabre' was released in 2001, Marduk had established themselves as a prominent force in the black metal scene following their breakthrough album 'Nightwing' in 1998. This record marked their sixth studio release and showcased a refined intensity that built on their growing reputation for aggressive soundscapes and provocative themes.
Stylistic neighbors
Dark Funeral· Behemoth· Immortal

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Ars Moriendi 1:50
  • 2 Azrael 3:06
  • 3 Pompa Funebris 1660 2:35
  • 4 Obedience Unto Death 3:16
  • 5 Bonds of Unholy Matrimony 7:03
  • 6 La Grande danse macabre 8:11
  • 7 Death Sex Ejaculation 5:10
  • 8 Funeral Bitch 4:57
  • 9 Summer End 4:40
  • 10 Jesus Christ... Sodomized 4:32

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