New Obscurantis Order
Anorexia Nervosa · 2001
53 min · 10 tracks · black metal · symphonic black metal
An orchestral cacophony of haunting melodies and aggressive rhythms, steeped in gothic narrative themes.
Why this album works
The album received positive critical acclaim within the metal community, with publications like Metal Hammer recognizing its ambitious blend of genres. 'New Obscurantis Order' contributed to Anorexia Nervosa's growing influence on the French black metal scene and has been cited as a precursor to later symphonic metal acts.
- Career context
- By the time 'New Obscurantis Order' was released in 2001, Anorexia Nervosa was establishing itself as a significant player in the symphonic black metal scene. This album followed their critically acclaimed debut 'Dukla Prague Express' (1999) and marked their transition into a more complex and theatrical sound, solidifying their artistic identity.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Agalloch· Nokturnal Mortum· Blasphemy
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Mother Anorexia Standout 4:43
- 2 Châtiment de la rose Standout 5:17
- 3 Black Death, Nonetheless 5:17
- 4 Stabat mater dolorosa Standout 7:20
- 5 Le portail de la vierge 5:32
- 6 The Altar of Holocausts 5:22
- 7 Hail Tyranny 2:59
- 8 Ordo ab chao: The Scarlet Communion 6:43
- 9 Solitude 5:40
- 10 Metal Meltdown 4:12
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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