Perdition City
Ulver · 2000
53 min · 9 tracks · black metal · synth-pop · experimental rock
A haunting blend of ambient soundscapes and melancholic melodies that evoke urban desolation.
Why this album works
- Best for
- steady progression through soundscapes haunting atmospheres for introspection urban desolation reflections
- Context
- Released in 2000, 'Perdition City' marked a significant evolution for Ulver, transitioning from their black metal roots to a more experimental and electronic sound. This album followed their critically acclaimed 'Themes from William Blake's The Marriage of Heaven and Hell' and is often seen as a pivotal moment in their artistic reinvention.
- If you like
- black metal, synth-pop, experimental rock
Perdition City is an album by Ulver, released in 2000. A haunting blend of ambient soundscapes and melancholic melodies that evoke urban desolation. 'Perdition City' is notable for its influence on the post-metal and experimental music scenes, earning critical acclaim from publications like Pitchfork. It showcased Ulver's ability to cross genre boundaries, with tracks that have inspired countless artists exploring similar atmospheric textures. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Perdition City sound like?
A haunting blend of ambient soundscapes and melancholic melodies that evoke urban desolation. Rooted in black metal and synth-pop.
What makes Perdition City by Ulver notable?
'Perdition City' is notable for its influence on the post-metal and experimental music scenes, earning critical acclaim from publications like Pitchfork. It showcased Ulver's ability to cross genre boundaries, with tracks that have inspired countless artists exploring similar atmospheric textures. Released in 2000, 'Perdition City' marked a significant evolution for Ulver, transitioning from their black metal roots to a more experimental and electronic sound. This album followed their critically acclaimed 'Themes from William Blake's The Marriage of Heaven and Hell' and is often seen as a pivotal moment in their artistic reinvention.
Who is Perdition City for?
Perdition City works well if you're into steady progression through soundscapes, haunting atmospheres for introspection and urban desolation reflections.
How many songs are on Perdition City?
Perdition City has 9 tracks, running approximately 53 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Lost in Moments Standout 7:17
- 2 Porn Piece or the Scars of Cold Kisses Standout 7:09
- 3 Hallways of Always 6:35
- 4 Tomorrow Never Knows Standout 7:59
- 5 The Future Sound of Music 6:39
- 6 We Are the Dead 3:41
- 7 Dead City Centres 7:10
- 8 Catalept 2:17
- 9 Nowhere/Catastrophe 4:48
Release Date
March 26, 2000
Artist Origin
Norway
Runtime
53 min 38 sec
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