Pentagram
Gorgoroth · 1994
29 min · 8 tracks · black metal
A raw and unrelenting assault of icy riffs and haunting melodies that define Norwegian black metal's early sound.
Why this album works
- Best for
- short, intense listening sessions gradual builds and payoffs dark, atmospheric immersion
- Context
- Released on October 12, 1994, 'Pentagram' is Gorgoroth's debut full-length album following their initial demo in 1993. At this point in their career, the band was establishing themselves within the burgeoning black metal scene in Norway, laying the groundwork for their future notoriety and influence in the genre.
- If you like
- black metal
Pentagram is an album by Gorgoroth, released in 1994. A raw and unrelenting assault of icy riffs and haunting melodies that define Norwegian black metal's early sound. 'Pentagram' is significant for its contribution to the second wave of black metal, solidifying Gorgoroth's place in the genre alongside contemporaries like Mayhem and Darkthrone. The album received critical acclaim for its intense sound and themes, helping to shape the aesthetic and musical direction of black metal during the 1990s. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Pentagram sound like?
A raw and unrelenting assault of icy riffs and haunting melodies that define Norwegian black metal's early sound. Rooted in black metal.
What makes Pentagram by Gorgoroth notable?
'Pentagram' is significant for its contribution to the second wave of black metal, solidifying Gorgoroth's place in the genre alongside contemporaries like Mayhem and Darkthrone. The album received critical acclaim for its intense sound and themes, helping to shape the aesthetic and musical direction of black metal during the 1990s. Released on October 12, 1994, 'Pentagram' is Gorgoroth's debut full-length album following their initial demo in 1993. At this point in their career, the band was establishing themselves within the burgeoning black metal scene in Norway, laying the groundwork for their future notoriety and influence in the genre.
Who is Pentagram for?
Pentagram works well if you're into short, intense listening sessions, gradual builds and payoffs and dark, atmospheric immersion.
How many songs are on Pentagram?
Pentagram has 8 tracks, running approximately 29 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Begravelsesnatt Standout 2:33
- 2 Crushing the Scepter (Regaining a Lost Dominion) 3:23
- 3 Ritual Standout 3:52
- 4 Drømmer om død 3:45
- 5 Katharinas bortgang 4:03
- 6 Huldrelokk 1:52
- 7 (Under) The Pagan Megalith Standout 3:53
- 8 Måneskyggens slave 5:52
Release Date
October 12, 1994
Artist Origin
Norway
Runtime
29 min 15 sec
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