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The Satanist

Behemoth · 2014

140 min · 24 tracks · blackened death metal

A ferocious blend of blackened death metal and ritualistic themes that confronts the listener with relentless intensity.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • ferocious intensity that demands attention
  • dynamic progression with powerful climaxes
  • wave-like pacing for deep immersion
  • ritualistic themes for contemplative listening

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer light, uplifting sounds
  • seek instant gratification tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on February 3, 2014, 'The Satanist' marked Behemoth's return following frontman Nergal's battle with leukemia. This album represents a significant artistic rebirth for the band, showcasing their evolution into a more melodic and intricate sound while maintaining their aggressive roots.
Stylistic neighbors
Mgła· Emperor· Dimmu Borgir

Tracklist

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

Disc 1

  • 1 Blow Your Trumpets Gabriel 4:25
  • 2 Furor Divinus 3:06
  • 3 Messe Noire 4:04
  • 4 Ora pro nobis Lucifer 5:35
  • 5 Amen 3:49
  • 6 The Satanist 5:33
  • 7 Ben Sahar 5:34
  • 8 In the Absence ov Light 4:58
  • 9 O Father O Satan O Sun! 7:13

Disc 2

  • 1 Intro 2:44
  • 2 Ov Fire and the Void 4:38
  • 3 Demigod 4:11
  • 4 Moonspell Rites 7:20
  • 5 Conquer All 4:09
  • 6 Christians to the Lions 5:05
  • 7 The Seed ov I 5:40
  • 8 Alas, Lord Is Upon Me 3:59
  • 9 Decade ov Therion 3:46
  • 10 At the Left Hand ov God 5:11
  • 11 Slaves Shall Serve 3:37
  • 12 Chant for Ezkaton 2000 6:50
  • 13 23 Youth Manifesto 4:33
  • 14 Lucifer 9:34
  • 15 The Satanist: Oblivion 25:04

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