Under a Funeral Moon
Darkthrone · 1993
40 min · 8 tracks · black metal
A raw and chilling exploration of darkness, blending relentless riffs with haunting melodies and eerie atmospheres.
Why this album works
- Best for
- steady, consistent energy levels long, immersive listening sessions haunting atmospheric introspection
- Context
- Released in 1993, 'Under a Funeral Moon' is Darkthrone's third album, solidifying their transition from death metal to a defining black metal sound. Following the acclaimed 'A Blaze in the Northern Sky,' this record marked their deep commitment to the genre's aesthetics and ethos, showcasing a newfound dedication to lo-fi production and atmospheric songwriting.
- If you like
- black metal
Under a Funeral Moon is an album by Darkthrone, released in 1993. A raw and chilling exploration of darkness, blending relentless riffs with haunting melodies and eerie atmospheres. 'Under a Funeral Moon' is significant for its role in shaping the black metal genre, influencing countless bands with its raw sound and thematic focus on darkness. It received critical acclaim upon release and has been cited as a pivotal work that helped define the second wave of black metal, further establishing Darkthrone’s reputation as key figures in the scene. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Under a Funeral Moon sound like?
A raw and chilling exploration of darkness, blending relentless riffs with haunting melodies and eerie atmospheres. Rooted in black metal.
What makes Under a Funeral Moon by Darkthrone notable?
'Under a Funeral Moon' is significant for its role in shaping the black metal genre, influencing countless bands with its raw sound and thematic focus on darkness. It received critical acclaim upon release and has been cited as a pivotal work that helped define the second wave of black metal, further establishing Darkthrone’s reputation as key figures in the scene. Released in 1993, 'Under a Funeral Moon' is Darkthrone's third album, solidifying their transition from death metal to a defining black metal sound. Following the acclaimed 'A Blaze in the Northern Sky,' this record marked their deep commitment to the genre's aesthetics and ethos, showcasing a newfound dedication to lo-fi production and atmospheric songwriting.
Who is Under a Funeral Moon for?
Under a Funeral Moon works well if you're into steady, consistent energy levels, long, immersive listening sessions and haunting atmospheric introspection.
How many songs are on Under a Funeral Moon?
Under a Funeral Moon has 8 tracks, running approximately 40 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Natassja in Eternal Sleep 3:35
- 2 Summer of the Diabolical Holocaust 5:20
- 3 The Dance of Eternal Shadows 3:45
- 4 Unholy Black Metal Standout 3:32
- 5 To Walk the Infernal Fields Standout 7:52
- 6 Under a Funeral Moon Standout 5:08
- 7 Inn i de dype skogers favn 5:27
- 8 Crossing the Triangle of Flames 6:12
Release Date
January 1, 1993
Artist Origin
Norway
Runtime
40 min 55 sec
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