Scattered Ashes: A Decade of Emperial Wrath
Emperor · 2003
143 min · 27 tracks · black metal
A thunderous blend of symphonic elements and raw aggression that defines the essence of Norwegian black metal.
Why this album works
'Scattered Ashes' is significant not only for showcasing Emperor's musical evolution but also for its critical reception, earning praise from various publications like Metal Hammer and being considered a classic in the black metal realm. The album encapsulates the band's legacy and impact on subsequent artists within the genre, influencing many modern symphonic and atmospheric metal bands.
- Career context
- Released in 2003, 'Scattered Ashes: A Decade of Emperial Wrath' marks Emperor’s retrospective compilation after their disbandment in 2001. At this point, the band had solidified their reputation as pioneers in the black metal genre, having released critically acclaimed albums such as 'In the Nightside Eclipse' (1994) and 'Anthems to the Welkin at Dusk' (1997). This compilation serves as a reflection on their influential decade-long career.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Curse You All Men! 4:41
- 2 The Tongue of Fire 7:11
- 3 The Majesty of the Nightsky 4:48
- 4 Cosmic Keys to My Creations & Times Standout 6:21
- 5 Wrath of the Tyrant 4:13
- 6 The Loss and Curse of Reverence Standout 6:09
- 7 An Elegy of Icaros 6:39
- 8 I Am the Black Wizards Standout 6:00
- 9 Thus Spake the Nightspirit (live) 4:19
- 10 Ye Entrancemperium 5:14
- 11 In the Wordless Chamber 5:12
- 12 With Strength I Burn 8:13
- 13 Inno a Satana 4:50
Disc 2
- 1 A Fine Day to Die 8:26
- 2 Ærie Descent 5:58
- 3 Cromlech 4:14
- 4 Gypsy 2:54
- 5 Funeral Fog 5:12
- 6 I Am 5:06
- 7 Sworn (remix) 5:39
- 8 Lord of the Storms 2:08
- 9 My Empire’s Doom 4:30
- 10 Moon Over Kara‐Shehr 5:11
- 11 The Ancient Queen 3:41
- 12 Witches Sabbath 5:56
- 13 In Longing Spirit 5:56
- 14 Opus a Satana 4:19
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