About this album
Where they were
When Xasthur released 'Telepathic with the Deceased' in January 2004, it marked their second album, following their debut 'Nocturnal Poisoning'. This release solidified Xasthur's prominence within the black metal scene, showcasing a more refined approach to ambient and experimental elements that distinguished them from contemporaries.
Why it matters
This album is significant for its critical reception, particularly within the underground metal community, where it was lauded for its innovative layering of sounds and atmospheric depth. It has influenced a generation of black metal artists who sought to merge traditional aggression with melancholic ambient textures.
Essential tracks
- "Telepathic With the Deceased" — The title track encapsulates the album's themes of isolation and despair, weaving complex guitar lines with haunting vocals that create an immersive experience.
- "Murdered Echoes of the Mind" — This track features a relentless pace paired with profound lyrical content, exploring themes of madness and inner turmoil that resonate throughout the album.
- "May Your Void Become as Deep as My Hate" — With its chilling atmosphere and intense lyrical expression, this song exemplifies Xasthur's ability to evoke deep emotional responses through music.
Release Date
January 1, 2004
Artist Origin
United States
Tracklist
- 1 Entrance Into Nothingness 3:50
- 2 Slaughtered Useless Beings in a Nihilistic Dream 4:49
- 3 Abysmal Depths Are Flooded 6:51
- 4 May Your Void Become as Deep as My Hate 3:27
- 5 Telepathic With the Deceased 9:42
- 6 A Walk Beyond Utter Blackness 7:42
- 7 Cursed Revelations 5:39
- 8 Drown Into Eternal Twilight 3:00
- 9 Murdered Echoes of the Mind 10:03
- 10 Exit 2:32
