Slaves of the World
Old Man's Child · 2009
42 min · 9 tracks · black metal
A ferocious blend of melodic black metal and symphonic elements that creates an atmosphere both dark and grandiose.
Top tracks — play these first
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Slaves of the World — The title track encapsulates the album's themes with its powerful riffs and orchestral arrangements, setting a dramatic tone for the entire record.
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Unholy Foreign Crusade — This track features a relentless tempo and aggressive vocal delivery, highlighting the band's ability to merge melody with harshness effectively.
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Path of Destruction — With its intricate guitar work and dynamic shifts, this track exemplifies Old Man's Child's signature style while pushing creative boundaries.
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Servants of Satan's Monastery — The song's dark narrative combined with haunting melodies reflects the band’s thematic depth, making it a standout within their discography.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases intricate compositions and strong production, solidifying its place in the black metal genre.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a title track that features rapid-fire drumming and layered guitar harmonies, establishing a high-energy tone.
- Each song typically includes multiple tempo changes, shifting from blast beats to slower, melodic sections that enhance the symphonic elements.
- The final track ends with a prolonged orchestral outro, creating a sense of closure that contrasts with the aggressive nature of the preceding songs.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
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
- darkly grandiose atmospheric journeys
- ferocious energy for intense moments
- epic soundscapes for immersion
- cathartic release through intensity
Maybe skip if you
- prefer lighthearted and upbeat
- seek immediate gratification only
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By the time 'Slaves of the World' was released in 2009, Old Man's Child was solidifying their presence in the black metal scene, following the acclaimed album 'In Defiance of Existence' from 2003. This album marked a return after a six-year hiatus, showcasing the band's characteristic blend of melody and aggression as they continued to evolve their sound.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Dimmu Borgir· Emperor· Cradle of Filth
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Slaves of the World 4:41
- 2 Saviours of Doom 4:03
- 3 The Crimson Meadows 4:34
- 4 Unholy Foreign Crusade 3:40
- 5 Path of Destruction 5:21
- 6 The Spawn of Lost Creation 4:07
- 7 On the Devil's Throne 4:49
- 8 Ferden mot fiendens land 5:34
- 9 Servants of Satan's Monastery 5:19
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