Ugra Karma cover

Ugra Karma

Impaled Nazarene · 1993

41 min · 14 tracks · black metal

A relentless onslaught of chaotic riffs and guttural growls pushing the boundaries of black metal's extremities.

Why this album works

'Ugra Karma' is notable for its raw production and anti-religious themes, which positioned it as a controversial release in the black metal genre. The album contributed to the band's cult status and helped shape the underground metal scene in Finland during the early 90s.
Best for
short, intense listening bursts chaotic energy and aggression dark, aggressive atmospheres
Context
Released in December 1993, 'Ugra Karma' was Impaled Nazarene's third studio album, following their earlier works 'Tol Cormpt Norz Norz Norz' and 'Suomi Finland Perkele.' At this point, the band was solidifying its reputation within the Finnish black metal scene, showcasing their increasingly provocative themes and aggressive sound.
Stylistic neighbors
Blasphemy· Impiety· Oranssi Pazuzu

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Goatzied 1:13
  • 2 The Horny and the Horned 3:25
  • 3 Sadhu Satana 2:28
  • 4 Chaosgoat Law 1:47
  • 5 Hate Standout 5:46
  • 6 Gott ist tot (Antichrist War mix) Standout 2:51
  • 7 Coraxo 0:16
  • 8 Soul Rape 3:50
  • 9 Kali-Yaga 4:08
  • 10 Cyberchrist Standout 5:37
  • 11 False Jehova 2:15
  • 12 Sadistic 666 / Under a Golden Shower 4:06
  • 13 Satanic Masowhore 2:04
  • 14 Conned Thru Life (Diabolical Penis mix) 1:13

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