Crypt of the Wizard
Mortiis · 1996
61 min · 10 tracks · dark ambient · dungeon synth
Ethereal synth landscapes intertwine with haunting melodies, evoking ancient folklore in a shadowy realm.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- long, immersive listening sessions steady, consistent energy levels atmospheric background focus
- Context
- Released in 1996, 'Crypt of the Wizard' is Mortiis's debut album following his departure from the black metal band Emperor. This marked his transition into dark ambient and dungeon synth music, establishing a new artistic identity defined by atmospheric soundscapes and narrative depth.
- If you like
- dark ambient, dungeon synth
Crypt of the Wizard is an album by Mortiis, released in 1996. Ethereal synth landscapes intertwine with haunting melodies, evoking ancient folklore in a shadowy realm. 'Crypt of the Wizard' is significant for helping to define the dungeon synth genre, blending ambient music with fantasy themes. It received critical acclaim within underground circles, influencing a generation of artists who explored similar soundscapes in both the dark ambient and neofolk movements. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Crypt of the Wizard sound like?
Ethereal synth landscapes intertwine with haunting melodies, evoking ancient folklore in a shadowy realm. Rooted in dark ambient and dungeon synth.
What makes Crypt of the Wizard by Mortiis notable?
'Crypt of the Wizard' is significant for helping to define the dungeon synth genre, blending ambient music with fantasy themes. It received critical acclaim within underground circles, influencing a generation of artists who explored similar soundscapes in both the dark ambient and neofolk movements. Released in 1996, 'Crypt of the Wizard' is Mortiis's debut album following his departure from the black metal band Emperor. This marked his transition into dark ambient and dungeon synth music, establishing a new artistic identity defined by atmospheric soundscapes and narrative depth.
Who is Crypt of the Wizard for?
Crypt of the Wizard works well if you're into long, immersive listening sessions, steady, consistent energy levels and atmospheric background focus.
How many songs are on Crypt of the Wizard?
Crypt of the Wizard has 10 tracks, running approximately 61 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Ferden og kallet Standout 5:50
- 2 Da vi bygde tårnet Standout 8:02
- 3 Under tårnets skygge 5:49
- 4 En sirkel av kosmisk kaos 7:31
- 5 Vandreren’s sang 8:00
- 6 Den bortdrevne regnbuen 5:40
- 7 Trollmannens krypt Standout 6:10
- 8 Stjernefødt 4:54
- 9 I mørket drømmende 5:58
- 10 Fanget i krystal 3:37
Release Date
January 1, 1996
Artist Origin
Norway
Runtime
61 min 31 sec
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