About this album
Where they were
Released on January 14, 2011, 'Blood Magick Necromance' is Belphegor's sixth studio album, marking their continued evolution in the blackened death metal scene after their 2008 release, 'Bondage Goat Zombie.' At this point in their career, they were solidifying their reputation for blending brutality with intricate compositions.
Why it matters
'Blood Magick Necromance' received critical acclaim, debuting at number 25 on the Austrian album charts and solidifying Belphegor's status in extreme metal. The album's provocative themes also attracted attention for their controversial imagery and lyrical content, further enhancing the band's notoriety within the genre.
Essential tracks
- "Blood Magick Necromance" — The title track exemplifies the album's core themes with its intense instrumentation and dark lyrical narrative, showcasing Belphegor's signature style.
- "Sado Messiah" — This track stands out for its relentless tempo changes and melodic hooks, encapsulating the band's ability to meld aggression with catchiness.
- "Discipline Through Punishment" — Featuring punishing rhythms and a dynamic structure, this song highlights the band’s technical prowess and thematic depth related to pain and control.
Release Date
January 14, 2011
Artist Origin
Austria
Tracklist
- 1 In Blood - Devour This Sanctity 5:31
- 2 Rise to Fall and Fall to Rise 6:01
- 3 Blood Magick Necromance 7:00
- 4 Discipline Through Punishment 4:05
- 5 Angeli Mortis De Profundis 3:00
- 6 Impaled Upon the Tongue of Sathan 5:42
- 7 Possessed Burning Eyes 5:33
- 8 Sado Messiah 3:50
