Over Bjoergvin graater himmerik
Taake · 2002
39 min · 7 tracks · black metal
A relentless barrage of icy riffs and haunting melodies, steeped in the raw energy of traditional black metal.
Top tracks — play these first
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Over Bjoergvin graater Himmerik 1 — The opening track sets a chilling tone with its sweeping melodies and ferocious drumming, encapsulating the album's dark atmospheric essence.
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Over Bjoergvin graater Himmerik 3 — This track showcases complex arrangements and dynamic shifts, reflecting Taake's ability to blend aggression with melodic elements effectively.
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Over Bjoergvin graater Himmerik 5 — An exploration of haunting themes and expansive soundscapes, it highlights Taake's lyrical prowess alongside their musical intensity.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album's immersive structure and consistent black metal elements establish its identity within the genre.
What we noticed
- The album features a consistent use of tremolo-picked guitar riffs layered over blast beat drumming, typical of the black metal genre.
- Vocals are delivered in a harsh style, often layered with reverb to enhance the haunting atmosphere throughout the record.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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8/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- relentless icy sonic assault
- haunting melodies with urgency
- immersive journey through darkness
- intense focus on raw energy
Maybe skip if you
- prefer lighthearted, upbeat music
- seek melodic sensibilities
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2002, Over Bjoergvin graater himmerik is Taake's second studio album, following their self-titled debut. At this point, the band was solidifying their identity within the Norwegian black metal scene, establishing a reputation for their atmospheric and aggressive sound.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Darkthrone· Burzum· Emperor
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Over Bjoergvin graater Himmerik 1 4:53
- 2 Over Bjoergvin graater Himmerik 2 6:42
- 3 Over Bjoergvin graater Himmerik 3 6:12
- 4 Over Bjoergvin graater Himmerik 4 6:32
- 5 Over Bjoergvin graater Himmerik 5 6:24
- 6 Over Bjoergvin graater Himmerik 6 4:02
- 7 Over Bjoergvin graater Himmerik 7 4:24
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