Mediolanum Capta Est
Mayhem · 1999
55 min · 12 tracks · black metal
A chaotic blend of unrelenting aggression and eerie atmospheres, embodying the essence of black metal's darkest corners.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- wave-like pacing with peaks
- eerie atmospheres for deep focus
- cathartic release through aggression
- immersive journey of darkness
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer straightforward song structures
- seek immediate gratification
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1999, 'Mediolanum Capta Est' was Mayhem's first studio album since their influential 1994 EP 'Wolf's Lair Abyss'. The band was navigating a significant period of reformation after the tragic death of guitarist Euronymous, and this album marked a return to form with new vocalist Maniac. This release helped solidify their legacy within the black metal genre during a time when many bands were either evolving or disbanding.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Burzum· Darkthrone· Emperor
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Silvester Anfang 1:51
- 2 Deathcrush 3:31
- 3 Fall of Seraphs 6:34
- 4 Carnage 4:42
- 5 Necrolust 3:47
- 6 Ancient Skin 5:42
- 7 Freezing Moon 6:50
- 8 Symbols of Bloodswords 4:52
- 9 From the Dark Past 5:12
- 10 Chainsaw Gutsfuck 5:16
- 11 I Am Thy Labyrinth 6:14
- 12 Pure Fucking Armageddon 1:01
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