Thelema.6
Behemoth · 2000
52 min · 17 tracks · blackened death metal
A ferocious blend of blackened death metal and intricate melodies that challenges orthodox beliefs with unyielding intensity.
Top tracks — play these first
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Antichristian Phenomenon Start here — Opening with blistering riffs and aggressive vocals, this track encapsulates the album's thematic focus on defiance against organized religion.
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Christians to the Lions — This track serves as a rallying cry against dogmatic oppression, featuring relentless drumming and dark, evocative lyrics that embody the album's message.
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Inflamed With Rage — With its relentless tempo and incendiary lyrics, this song showcases the band's ability to blend technical musicianship with raw emotional power.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases strong writing and production but has some uneven pacing in its extensive tracklist.
What we noticed
- The first three tracks are characterized by relentless blast beats and aggressive guitar riffs, establishing a high-energy opening.
- Several tracks feature tempo shifts that transition from fast-paced sections to slower, more melodic interludes, creating dynamic contrasts.
- The last four tracks incorporate atmospheric elements and extended instrumental passages that provide a sense of closure.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady relentless auditory assault
- philosophical themes in aggression
- chaotic energy for intense focus
- dark theatricality with consistent pacing
- invigorating backdrop for rebellion
Maybe skip if you
- seekers of mellow soundscapes
- prefer instant gratification tracks
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — This album marked a significant rise in Behemoth's popularity and recognition.
- Career context
- Thelema.6 is Behemoth's fifth studio album, following the critically acclaimed The Satanist in 2014. By this time, the band was establishing their identity within the extreme metal scene, transitioning from underground notoriety to more mainstream recognition.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Mgła· Emperor· Dimmu Borgir
Tracklist
- 1 Antichristian Phenomenon Start here 4:41
- 2 The Act of Rebellion 3:49
- 3 Inflamed With Rage 3:14
- 4 Παν Σάτυρος 4:25
- 5 Natural Born Philosopher 4:00
- 6 Christians to the Lions 3:03
- 7 Inauguration of Scorpio Dome 3:07
- 8 In the Garden of Dispersion 3:23
- 9 The Universe Illumination (Say ‘Hello’ to My Demons) 3:33
- 10 Vinvm Sabbati 3:26
- 11 23 (The Youth Manifesto) 4:01
- 22 [silence] 0:14
- 23 The End 0:30
- 24 Malice 2:24
- 25 Satanas 2:07
- 26 Hello Space Boy 3:27
- 27 From the Pagan Vastlands 3:13
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