Death in June Presents: Occidental Martyr
Death in June · 1995
24 min · 13 tracks · folk rock · gothic rock · neofolk
A haunting blend of minimalist folk and darkly poetic narratives creates an eerie, atmospheric experience.
Death in June Presents: Occidental Martyr is an album by Death in June, released in 1995. A haunting blend of minimalist folk and darkly poetic narratives creates an eerie, atmospheric experience. The album is significant for its provocative themes and has been both praised and criticized for its controversial imagery and lyrics. It contributed to Death in June's reputation as pioneers of neofolk, influencing countless artists within the genre and beyond, while also stirring debates around censorship due to its stark content. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Death in June Presents: Occidental Martyr sound like?
A haunting blend of minimalist folk and darkly poetic narratives creates an eerie, atmospheric experience. Rooted in folk rock and gothic rock.
What makes Death in June Presents: Occidental Martyr by Death in June notable?
The album is significant for its provocative themes and has been both praised and criticized for its controversial imagery and lyrics. It contributed to Death in June's reputation as pioneers of neofolk, influencing countless artists within the genre and beyond, while also stirring debates around censorship due to its stark content. By 1995, Death in June was already an established name in the neofolk scene, following their influential albums like 'The World That Summer' (1986) and 'But, What Ends When the Symbols Shatter?' (1992). 'Occidental Martyr' marked a transitional phase for the band as they explored more avant-garde sounds while retaining their signature dark aesthetics.
How many songs are on Death in June Presents: Occidental Martyr?
Death in June Presents: Occidental Martyr has 13 tracks, running approximately 24 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 13 Years of Carrion 2:27
- 2 Blood of Winter 1:37
- 3 Lifebooks Standout 6:10
- 4 Symbols of the Sun Standout 2:17
- 5 Torture by Roses 1:02
- 6 Hahahahahahahate 1:42
- 7 Accidental Protégé 1:31
- 8 Hail! The White Grain 1:09
- 9 God's Golden Sperm Standout 1:41
- 10 Symbols of the Sun (reprise) 2:06
- 11 Leopard Flowers 1:49
- 12 Punishment Initiation 0:56
- 13 'Bye' 0:24
Release Date
January 1, 1995
Artist Origin
United Kingdom
Runtime
24 min 55 sec
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