The Blind Leading the Blind
1914 · 2018
59 min · 11 tracks
A relentless exploration of World War I's horrors through thunderous riffs and haunting melodies.
Why this album works
This album received critical acclaim for its immersive soundscapes and profound lyrical content, drawing attention to the often-overlooked narratives of World War I. It established 1914 as a notable force in the post-black metal scene, influencing other artists to explore thematic storytelling within extreme music.
- Best for
- long, immersive listening sessions dynamic emotional journeys atmospheric background focus
- Context
- 2018 marked a significant moment for Ukrainian metal band 1914 as they released their second album, 'The Blind Leading the Blind', following their debut, 'Esoteric Warfare'. The band had begun to carve out a niche in the metal scene by blending historical themes with heavy music, gaining traction both in Europe and internationally.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 War In 1:14
- 2 Arrival. The Meuse-Argonne Standout 6:20
- 3 A7V Mephisto 8:13
- 4 High Wood. 75 Acres of Hell 5:27
- 5 Beat the Bastards 5:02
- 6 Hanging on the Barbed Wire 2:28
- 7 Passchenhell 7:01
- 8 C’est mon dernier pigeon Standout 5:22
- 9 Stoßtrupp 6:13
- 10 The Hundred Days Offensive Standout 10:01
- 11 War Out 1:55
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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