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Odinist: The Destruction of Reason by Illumination

Blut Aus Nord · 2007

36 min · 9 tracks · black metal · doom metal

A dissonant exploration of existential dread, merging black metal's intensity with atmospheric, haunting soundscapes.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady, consistent energy levels
  • long, immersive listening sessions
  • dynamic emotional journeys
  • contemplative atmospheric exploration

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time 'Odinist: The Destruction of Reason by Illumination' was released in 2007, Blut Aus Nord had established themselves within the black metal scene following their acclaimed albums like 'The Work Which Transforms God' (2003). This album marked a further evolution of their sound, embracing more experimental and ambient elements while solidifying their status as avant-garde pioneers in the genre.
Stylistic neighbors
Agalloch· Celtic Frost· Darkspace

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Intro 1:29
  • 2 An Element of Flesh 5:30
  • 3 The Sounds of the Universe 5:26
  • 4 Odinist 5:02
  • 5 A Few Shreds of Thoughts 4:51
  • 6 Ellipsis 3:07
  • 7 Mystic Absolu 4:30
  • 8 The Cycle of the Cycles 5:19
  • 9 Outro 1:38

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