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The Apostasy

Behemoth · 2007

94 min · 20 tracks · blackened death metal

Aggressive riffs clash with symphonic elements, creating a dark and immersive atmospheric experience.

Why this album works

'The Apostasy' debuted at number 1 on the Polish charts and received widespread acclaim from critics, solidifying Behemoth's status in the extreme metal scene. The album's bold exploration of religious themes sparked discussions about censorship, particularly regarding its provocative artwork and lyrics.
Best for
wave-like pacing with intensity immersive atmosphere for deep listening dynamic shifts in emotional weight
Context
Released on January 1, 2007, 'The Apostasy' is Behemoth's sixth studio album and follows their critically acclaimed record 'Demigod' (2004). By this point in their career, the band had solidified their reputation as pioneers of blackened death metal, pushing boundaries both musically and thematically.
Stylistic neighbors
Akercocke· Blasphemy· Aeternus

Tracklist

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

Disc 1

  • 1 Rome 64 C.E. 1:16
  • 2 Slaying the Prophets ov Isa 3:23
  • 3 Prometherion Standout 3:04
  • 4 At the Left Hand ov God Standout 4:58
  • 5 Kriegsphilosophie 4:24
  • 6 Be Without Fear 3:17
  • 7 Arcana Hereticae 2:58
  • 8 Libertheme 4:53
  • 9 Inner Sanctum 5:01
  • 10 Pazuzu 2:37
  • 11 Christgrinding Avenue Standout 3:43
  • 12 Chant for Ezkaton 2000 e.v. 5:10
  • 13 Qadosh 4:58
  • 14 Jama Pekel 3:59
  • 15 I’m Not Jesus 2:41
  • 16 Devilock 1:20
  • 17 From the Pagan Vastlands (live) 3:01
  • 18 Decade ov Therion (live) 2:57
  • 19 Chant for Ezkaton 2000 e.v. (live) 5:05

Disc 2

  • 1 The Making of The Apostasy 25:29

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