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The Age of Nero

Satyricon · 2008

89 min · 16 tracks · black metal

A ferocious blend of primal black metal energy and haunting melodies that encapsulate despair and power.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • ferocious energy for cathartic release
  • dynamic exploration with emotional peaks
  • immersive listening for deep focus
  • haunting melodies in dark moments
  • wave-like pacing for reflective journeys

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer instant gratification tracks
  • seek consistent upbeat tempos

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2008, 'The Age of Nero' marked Satyricon's sixth studio album, following their commercially successful 'Now, Diabolical'. By this time, the band had solidified their reputation within the black metal scene, experimenting with sound while maintaining their raw intensity. The album signaled a continued evolution in their style, integrating more melodic elements into their aggressive foundation.
Stylistic neighbors
Darkthrone· Emperor· Immortal

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

Disc 1

  • 1 Commando 4:29
  • 2 The Wolfpack 4:05
  • 3 Black Crow on a Tombstone 3:52
  • 4 Die by My Hand 7:07
  • 5 My Skin Is Cold (album version) 5:15
  • 6 The Sign of the Trident 6:58
  • 7 Last Man Standing 3:40
  • 8 Den siste 7:24

Disc 2

  • 1 My Skin Is Cold (EP version) 5:07
  • 2 Live Through Me 5:12
  • 3 Existential Fear-Questions 6:01
  • 4 Repined Bastard Nation (live) 5:48
  • 5 Mother North (live) 9:05
  • 6 The Pentagram Burns (radio edit) 4:02
  • 7 Last Man Standing (Guitar Wall mix) 3:37
  • 8 Den siste (Analog mix) 7:21

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