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Under the Sign of Hell

Gorgoroth · 1997

32 min · 9 tracks · black metal

Ferocious riffs clash with grim atmospheres, encapsulating the raw essence of black metal's darkest themes.

Why this album works

'Under the Sign of Hell' gained notoriety for its unflinching exploration of dark themes and was pivotal in cementing Gorgoroth's status in underground metal. It has been influential within the black metal genre, noted for its extreme sound and provocative cover art that contributed to subsequent discussions around censorship in music.
Career context
Released on October 20, 1997, 'Under the Sign of Hell' is Gorgoroth's third studio album, marking a pivotal moment in their career. Following the controversial 'Antichrist' (1996), this album solidified their reputation within the black metal scene and showcased their evolving sound under new production techniques.
Stylistic neighbors
Blasphemy· Impiety· Akercocke

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Revelation of Doom Standout 3:15
  • 2 Krig 2:43
  • 3 Funeral Procession 3:01
  • 4 Profetens åpenbaring 5:20
  • 5 Postludium 1:33
  • 6 Ødeleggelse og undergang 4:27
  • 7 Blood Stains the Circle Standout 2:42
  • 8 The Rite of Infernal Invocation Standout 6:48
  • 9 The Devil Is Calling 3:00

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