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Ultima Thulée

Blut Aus Nord · 1995

52 min · 8 tracks · black metal · doom metal

A dense tapestry of atmospheric black metal woven with haunting melodies and ethereal soundscapes.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • long immersive listening sessions
  • gradual builds and payoffs
  • atmospheric background focus
  • layered dense sonic textures

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1995, 'Ultima Thulée' is Blut Aus Nord's debut album, arriving at a time when the French black metal scene was gaining international attention. This album marked the band's entry into the genre, establishing their signature sound characterized by experimental elements and a focus on atmospheric composition.
Stylistic neighbors
Agalloch· Celtic Frost· Darkspace

Tracklist

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

  • 1 The Son of Hoarfrost 6:01
  • 2 The Plain of Ida 8:52
  • 3 From Hlidskjalf 7:42
  • 4 My Prayer Beyond Ginnungagap 5:10
  • 5 Till I Perceive Bifrost 7:06
  • 6 On the Way to Vigrid 5:54
  • 7 Rigsthula 3:57
  • 8 The Last Journey of Ringhorn 7:36

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