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Nightwing

Marduk · 1998

47 min · 18 tracks · black metal

A relentless onslaught of blistering riffs and dark, atmospheric melodies that define the essence of black metal.

Why this album works

'Nightwing' marks a significant moment in Marduk's career, receiving notable praise from critics and fans alike for its uncompromising style. The album further entrenched the band's reputation within the black metal scene, influencing subsequent artists with its raw energy and thematic content.
Best for
dark atmospheric immersion intense emotional experiences long, immersive listening sessions
Context
Released in 1998, 'Nightwing' was Marduk's fifth studio album, following their critically acclaimed work 'Heaven Shall Burn... When We Are Gathered'. At this point in their career, Marduk was solidifying their position as a cornerstone of the black metal genre, known for their aggressive sound and controversial themes.
Stylistic neighbors
Blasphemy· Impiety· Akercocke

Tracklist

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

Disc 1

  • 1 Preludium 2:09
  • 2 Bloodtide (XXX) Standout 6:43
  • 3 Of Hells Fire 5:22
  • 4 Slay the Nazarene Standout 3:48
  • 5 Nightwing Standout 7:34
  • 6 Dreams of Blood and Iron 6:19
  • 7 Dracole Wayda 4:07
  • 8 Kaziklu Bey (The Lord Impaler) 4:02
  • 9 Deme Quaden Thyrane 5:06
  • 10 Anno Domini 1476 2:11

Disc 2

  • 1 Of Hells Fire
  • 2 Those of the Unlight
  • 3 Slay the Nazarene Standout
  • 4 The Black...
  • 5 Still Fucking Dead
  • 6 Sulphur Souls
  • 7 Dreams of Blood and Iron
  • 8 Beyond the Grace of God

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