The Wind of 666 Black Hearts
Darkthrone · 2016
58 min · 10 tracks · black metal
Raw, unrelenting black metal intertwines with haunting melodies, capturing the essence of dark northern atmospheres.
Why this album works
This album is notable for solidifying Darkthrone's reputation as stalwarts of old-school black metal, celebrated for its gritty sound. The release received positive critical reception and further influenced new generations of black metal bands looking to capture a similar raw aesthetic.
- Best for
- dynamic journey with emotional peaks haunting melodies for deep focus unrelenting energy for late nights
- Context
- By the time 'The Wind of 666 Black Hearts' was released in 2016, Darkthrone had already established themselves as pioneers in the black metal genre. This album came after a series of influential releases, marking a continuation of their raw sound developed since their early 90s classics. It reflects their commitment to maintaining authenticity and eschewing modern production techniques.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 A Blaze in the Northern Sky Standout 4:57
- 2 Kathaarian Life Code 9:10
- 3 The Pagan Winter 5:21
- 4 Where Cold Winds Blow 7:38
- 5 In the Shadow of the Horns Standout 6:46
- 6 Summer of the Diabolical Holocaust 5:15
- 7 Crossing the Triangle of Flames 5:57
- 8 Under a Funeral Moon 5:10
- 9 The Dance of Eternal Shadows 4:26
- 10 Unholy Black Metal Standout 3:37
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