Cold Steel... for an Iron Age
Deströyer 666 · 2002
35 min · 9 tracks · black metal · thrash metal
Razor-sharp riffs and ferocious drumming propel a relentless exploration of darkness and rebellion.
Cold Steel... for an Iron Age is an album by Deströyer 666, released in 2002. Razor-sharp riffs and ferocious drumming propel a relentless exploration of darkness and rebellion. The album received significant acclaim in underground metal circles and contributed to Deströyer 666's status as a leading force in blackened thrash metal. Notably, it showcased their ability to blend aggression with lyrical depth, addressing themes of warfare and rebellion that resonated within the genre. Its impact is felt in subsequent bands that draw on similar themes and aesthetics. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Cold Steel... for an Iron Age sound like?
Razor-sharp riffs and ferocious drumming propel a relentless exploration of darkness and rebellion. Rooted in black metal and thrash metal.
What makes Cold Steel... for an Iron Age by Deströyer 666 notable?
The album received significant acclaim in underground metal circles and contributed to Deströyer 666's status as a leading force in blackened thrash metal. Notably, it showcased their ability to blend aggression with lyrical depth, addressing themes of warfare and rebellion that resonated within the genre. Its impact is felt in subsequent bands that draw on similar themes and aesthetics. Released in 2002, 'Cold Steel... for an Iron Age' was Deströyer 666's third studio album, following their breakthrough with 'Unchain the Wolves.' At this point, the band was solidifying its reputation within the black metal and thrash scenes, demonstrating a more mature sound while retaining their raw energy. This album marked a pivotal evolution in their approach to songwriting and thematic exploration.
How many songs are on Cold Steel... for an Iron Age?
Cold Steel... for an Iron Age has 9 tracks, running approximately 35 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 Black City – Black Fire Standout 3:36
- 2 Clenched Fist Standout 3:48
- 3 Cold Steel… 4:08
- 4 Sons of Perdition Standout 4:30
- 5 Raped 3:16
- 6 The Calling 5:19
- 7 Savage Pitch 3:25
- 8 Witch Hunter 3:46
- 9 Shadow 3:38
Release Date
January 1, 2002
Artist Origin
Australia
Runtime
35 min 30 sec
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