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Worship Him

Samael · 1991

41 min · 10 tracks · industrial metal

A dark fusion of industrial rhythms and metal aggression, steeped in occult themes and atmospheric textures.

Why this album works

Best for
wave-like pacing with intensity immersive journey through darkness occult themes for deep listeners
Context
Released as Samael's debut album in 1991, 'Worship Him' marked their entry into the metal scene, establishing their unique blend of industrial elements with black metal. At this point, the band was still solidifying their identity, following their formation in 1987 and prior to their rise in prominence during the early 1990s.
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industrial metal

Worship Him is an album by Samael, released in 1991. A dark fusion of industrial rhythms and metal aggression, steeped in occult themes and atmospheric textures. 'Worship Him' is significant for its pioneering role in merging industrial sounds with metal, influencing a wave of bands within the black metal genre. Its underground success helped shape the Swiss metal scene and garnered attention from international audiences, laying the groundwork for Samael's future releases. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Worship Him sound like?

A dark fusion of industrial rhythms and metal aggression, steeped in occult themes and atmospheric textures. Rooted in industrial metal.

What makes Worship Him by Samael notable?

'Worship Him' is significant for its pioneering role in merging industrial sounds with metal, influencing a wave of bands within the black metal genre. Its underground success helped shape the Swiss metal scene and garnered attention from international audiences, laying the groundwork for Samael's future releases. Released as Samael's debut album in 1991, 'Worship Him' marked their entry into the metal scene, establishing their unique blend of industrial elements with black metal. At this point, the band was still solidifying their identity, following their formation in 1987 and prior to their rise in prominence during the early 1990s.

Who is Worship Him for?

Worship Him works well if you're into wave-like pacing with intensity, immersive journey through darkness and occult themes for deep listeners.

How many songs are on Worship Him?

Worship Him has 10 tracks, running approximately 41 minutes.

Tracklist

10 tracks·41:13

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

  • 1 Sleep of Death 3:45
  • 2 Worship Him Standout 6:30
  • 3 Knowledge of the Ancient Kingdom 5:06
  • 4 Morbid Metal Standout 4:56
  • 5 Rite of Cthulhu 2:02
  • 6 The Black Face 3:31
  • 7 Into the Pentagram Standout 6:47
  • 8 Messenger of the Light 2:43
  • 9 Last Benediction 1:24
  • 10 The Dark 4:29

Release Date

January 1, 1991

Genre

industrial metal

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Artist Origin

Switzerland

Runtime

41 min 13 sec