Tetra Karcist
Enthroned · 2007
43 min · 12 tracks · black metal
Fierce and atmospheric black metal intertwines dark melodies with relentless blast beats, creating an immersive auditory experience.
Top tracks — play these first
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Pray — This track exemplifies Enthroned's ability to blend haunting melodies with ferocious instrumentation, encapsulating the album's thematic exploration of darkness and faith.
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The Burning Dawn — With its dynamic shifts between aggression and melody, this song stands out as a representation of the band's evolving musical landscape while remaining true to their roots.
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The Seven Ensigns Of Creation — This track features intricate guitar work and layered atmospherics that highlight the band's technical prowess, making it a standout moment on the album.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album combines technical proficiency with atmospheric elements, creating a compelling black metal experience.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a track that features layered guitar harmonies and rapid blast beats, establishing an intense atmosphere immediately.
- Several tracks incorporate tempo shifts, alternating between frenetic sections and slower, more melodic passages.
- The use of atmospheric keyboard elements is prominent in the background, enhancing the overall dark mood without overpowering the guitars.
- 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
- relentless atmospheric intensity
- haunting melodies with aggression
- cathartic full-volume immersion
- dark themes for focused sessions
Maybe skip if you
- seeking light, uplifting sounds
- prefer immediate musical gratification
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By the time 'Tetra Karcist' was released in 2007, Enthroned was already a prominent name in the black metal scene, having established themselves with several albums since their formation in 1993. This record served as their follow-up to 'Armoured Bestial', showcasing their evolution in sound and thematic depth while maintaining their signature aggressive style.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Marduk· Immortal· Dark Funeral
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Ingressvs Regnvm Spiritvs 2:54
- 2 Pray 3:03
- 3 Tellvm Scorpionis 3:43
- 4 Deviant Nerve Angelvs 1:42
- 5 The Burning Dawn 3:31
- 6 Through The Cortex 4:39
- 7 The Seven Ensigns Of Creation 3:18
- 8 Nox 4:56
- 9 Vermin 6:18
- 10 Antares 1:44
- 11 Pantheon Of Oblivion 5:08
- 12 I Reign Over You 3:02
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