What makes Nocturnal by The Black Dahlia Murder notable?

'Nocturnal' debuted at number 113 on the Billboard 200 chart, marking a significant commercial achievement for the band. The album received positive reviews from critics, further establishing The Black Dahlia Murder as key players in the genre and influencing many subsequent metal acts with its intricate melodies and brutal energy. Released on January 1, 2007, 'Nocturnal' was The Black Dahlia Murder's fourth studio album, following their 2005 breakthrough, 'Miasma.' At this point in their career, the band had solidified their reputation in the melodic death metal scene and was gaining traction on the national circuit.

Who is Nocturnal for?

Nocturnal works well if you're into steady energetic flow throughout, haunting atmosphere with intensity and focused listening for full impact.

How many songs are on Nocturnal?

Nocturnal has 10 tracks, running approximately 34 minutes.

Nocturnal

The Black Dahlia Murder · 2007

34 min · 10 tracks · melodic death metal

Frenzied guitar riffs intertwine with guttural vocals, crafting a haunting atmosphere of melodic death metal.

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Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

steady energetic flow throughout
haunting atmosphere with intensity
focused listening for full impact
short bursts of frenetic energy

Maybe skip if you want

prefer slow, mellow experiences
favor standalone tracks over cohesion

Where this album fits

Career context: Released on January 1, 2007, 'Nocturnal' was The Black Dahlia Murder's fourth studio album, following their 2005 breakthrough, 'Miasma.' At this point in their career, the band had solidified their reputation in the melodic death metal scene and was gaining traction on the national circuit.
Stylistic neighbors: At the Gates· Soilwork· In Flames