Opvs Contra Natvram cover

Opvs Contra Natvram

Behemoth · 2022

43 min · 10 tracks · blackened death metal

A ferocious blend of blackened death metal infused with intricate melodies and haunting atmospheres.

Why this album works

The album received widespread acclaim, debuting at number one on the Polish charts and solidifying Behemoth's status in the international heavy metal scene. Its thematic exploration of spiritual and societal issues resonated with listeners and critics alike, making it a significant release in 2022's metal landscape.
Best for
steady mid-tempo intensity haunting atmospheres that linger intricate melodies to dissect
Context
Released on September 16, 2022, 'Opvs Contra Natvram' marks Behemoth's eleventh studio album, following their critically acclaimed 'I Loved You at Your Darkest' from 2018. This album arrives during a phase of artistic resilience for the band, as they continue to push boundaries within the extreme metal genre after over two decades of evolution.
Stylistic neighbors
Akercocke· Blasphemy· Aeternus

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Post‐God Nirvana Standout 3:11
  • 2 Malaria Vvlgata 2:18
  • 3 The Deathless Sun Standout 4:43
  • 4 Ov My Herculean Exile Standout 4:43
  • 5 Neo‐Spartacvs 4:18
  • 6 Disinheritance 4:22
  • 7 Off to War! 4:47
  • 8 Once Upon a Pale Horse 4:16
  • 9 Thy Becoming Eternal 4:09
  • 10 Versvs Christvs 6:32

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