Tibi et Igni cover

Tibi et Igni

Vader · 2014

51 min · 12 tracks · death metal

Relentless riffs and guttural vocals collide with dark, atmospheric melodies to create an ominous journey through heavy metal's depths.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Go to Hell — Opening with ferocious energy, this track sets the tone for the entire album with its aggressive riffs and relentless pace that embody Vader's signature style.
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    Triumph of Death — This track blends haunting melodic elements with brutal instrumentation, showcasing the band's ability to balance aggression and atmosphere effectively.
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    Light Reaper — Combining intricate guitar work with powerful lyrical themes, this song highlights Vader’s technical prowess while maintaining a memorable catchiness throughout.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

59 /100
Treeline
Higher than 57% of albums we've rated

The album showcases strong craftsmanship and intensity, with effective contrasts between heaviness and atmosphere.

What we noticed

  • The album opens with a fast-paced track that features rapid guitar riffs and aggressive drumming, setting a relentless tone.
  • Several tracks incorporate atmospheric interludes that contrast with the heavier sections, creating dynamic shifts in intensity.
  • The vocal delivery is predominantly guttural, with occasional higher-pitched screams that add texture to the overall sound.
  • The last three tracks maintain a consistent tempo but introduce more melodic elements, providing a slight variation before concluding.
Composition 25% of the score
7/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
8/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
6/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
6/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
7/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 4/10

Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic journey with intense peaks
  • wave-like pacing keeps engagement
  • cathartic release of aggression
  • relentless energy for workouts
  • for late-night intensity

Maybe skip if you

  • prefer soothing background music
  • seek instant gratification tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
Tibi et Igni marks Vader's ninth studio album, released in the midst of their enduring legacy in the death metal scene. Following the critically acclaimed Welcome to the Morbid Reich in 2012, this album showcases the band's continued evolution while maintaining their signature sound. The release solidified Vader's position as a stalwart force in extreme metal, demonstrating both consistency and innovation.
Stylistic neighbors
Behemoth· Decapitated· Cryptopsy

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Go to Hell 4:36
  • 2 Where Angels Weep 2:18
  • 3 Armada on Fire 3:50
  • 4 Triumph of Death 3:45
  • 5 Hexenkessel 5:28
  • 6 Abandon All Hope 2:23
  • 7 Worms of Eden 3:34
  • 8 The Eye of the Abyss 6:45
  • 9 Light Reaper 4:28
  • 10 The End 4:55
  • 11 Necropolis 4:15
  • 12 Des Satans neue Kleider 4:44

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