Released 30 years ago
Sorrow Throughout the Nine Worlds
Amon Amarth · 1996
24 min · 5 tracks · melodic death metal
A fierce blend of melodic death metal and Norse mythology, steeped in dark, atmospheric storytelling.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dark atmospheric storytelling journey
- gradual build to emotional resolution
- short intense listening experience
- mythical themes and narratives
- front-loaded energy and urgency
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer upbeat, instant gratification
- dislike thematic conceptual albums
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on April 5, 1996, 'Sorrow Throughout the Nine Worlds' is Amon Amarth's debut album, marking their entrance into the melodic death metal scene. At this point, the band was still evolving their sound, transitioning from earlier influences to a distinct style that would define their future work. This album laid the groundwork for their subsequent success and signature thematic focus on Viking lore.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Arch Enemy· Children of Bodom· In Flames
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Sorrow Throughout the Nine Worlds 3:50
- 2 The Arrival of the Fimbul Winter 4:26
- 3 Burning Creation 5:04
- 4 The Mighty Doors of the Speargod's Hall 5:45
- 5 Under the Grayclouded Winter Sky 5:38
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