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A Fallen Temple

Septicflesh · 1998

76 min · 14 tracks · black metal ยท melodic death metal ยท symphonic metal

Orchestral arrangements intertwine with crushing riffs and haunting vocals in a dark, cinematic soundscape.

A Fallen Temple is an album by Septicflesh, released in 1998. Orchestral arrangements intertwine with crushing riffs and haunting vocals in a dark, cinematic soundscape. This album is notable for its influence on the symphonic death metal scene, paving the way for future bands to incorporate orchestral arrangements into heavy music. It received positive critical reception, being recognized for its ambitious scope and depth, contributing to Septicflesh's reputation as pioneers in merging classical music with metal. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does A Fallen Temple sound like?

Orchestral arrangements intertwine with crushing riffs and haunting vocals in a dark, cinematic soundscape. Rooted in black metal and melodic death metal.

What makes A Fallen Temple by Septicflesh notable?

This album is notable for its influence on the symphonic death metal scene, paving the way for future bands to incorporate orchestral arrangements into heavy music. It received positive critical reception, being recognized for its ambitious scope and depth, contributing to Septicflesh's reputation as pioneers in merging classical music with metal. Released in 1998, 'A Fallen Temple' was Septicflesh's third studio album, following their previous release 'Esoptron'. At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their unique blend of symphonic elements within extreme metal, showcasing a maturity in songwriting and production that marked their evolution as artists.

How many songs are on A Fallen Temple?

A Fallen Temple has 14 tracks, running approximately 76 minutes.

Tracklist

14 tracks·76:20

Best experienced from track one โ€” press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Brotherhood of the Fallen Knights Standout 5:12
  • 2 The Eldest Cosmonaut 6:35
  • 3 Marble Smiling Face 4:28
  • 4 Underworld - Act 1 Standout 7:50
  • 5 Temple of the Lost Race Standout 4:36
  • 6 The Crypt 4:18
  • 7 Setting of the Two Suns 3:50
  • 8 Erebus 3:19
  • 9 Underworld - Act 2 8:53
  • 10 The Eldest Cosmonaut (dark mix) 5:32
  • 11 The Last Time 3:36
  • 12 Underworld - Act 3 10:43
  • 13 Finale 3:07
  • 14 The Eldest Cosmonaut (single version) 4:21

Release Date

January 1, 1998

Artist Origin

Greece

Runtime

76 min 20 sec