Monotheist
Celtic Frost · 2006
73 min · 12 tracks · black metal · death metal · thrash metal
A dark and brooding exploration of existential themes wrapped in heavy, avant-garde metal soundscapes.
Monotheist is an album by Celtic Frost, released in 2006. A dark and brooding exploration of existential themes wrapped in heavy, avant-garde metal soundscapes. 'Monotheist' was critically acclaimed, with many reviewers noting its ambitious scope and depth. It debuted at No. 36 on the German charts, highlighting its commercial viability within the metal scene, and it is often credited with influencing subsequent generations of extreme metal artists. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Monotheist sound like?
A dark and brooding exploration of existential themes wrapped in heavy, avant-garde metal soundscapes. Rooted in black metal and death metal.
What makes Monotheist by Celtic Frost notable?
'Monotheist' was critically acclaimed, with many reviewers noting its ambitious scope and depth. It debuted at No. 36 on the German charts, highlighting its commercial viability within the metal scene, and it is often credited with influencing subsequent generations of extreme metal artists. Released in 2006, 'Monotheist' marked Celtic Frost's comeback after a 13-year hiatus since their previous album, 'Vanity/Nemesis.' This album was significant as it showcased a mature evolution of their sound while maintaining the band's signature darkness and complexity, positioning them as pivotal figures in the metal genre once more.
How many songs are on Monotheist?
Monotheist has 12 tracks, running approximately 73 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Progeny 5:01
- 2 Ground 3:55
- 3 A Dying God Coming Into Human Flesh Standout 5:39
- 4 Drown in Ashes Standout 4:23
- 5 Os Abysmi vel Daath 6:40
- 6 Temple of Depression 4:59
- 7 Obscured 7:04
- 8 Domain of Decay 4:38
- 9 Ain Elohim 7:33
- 10 Totengott 4:27
- 11 Synagoga Satanae Standout 14:24
- 12 Winter (Requiem, Chapter Three: Finale) 4:32
Release Date
January 1, 2006
Artist Origin
Switzerland
Runtime
73 min 21 sec
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