Eonian
Dimmu Borgir · 2018
83 min · 15 tracks · symphonic black metal · melodic black metal
Epic orchestration intertwines with ferocious riffs, creating a vast soundscape of melodic black metal.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- dynamic exploration with resolution epic orchestration meets ferocious riffs wave-like pacing with intensity
- Context
- Released on May 4, 2018, 'Eonian' is Dimmu Borgir's first studio album in over a decade, following their 2007 album 'In Sorte Diaboli.' This period marked a significant return for the band as they reestablished themselves in the metal scene while exploring new thematic and sonic territories.
- If you like
- symphonic black metal, melodic black metal
Eonian is an album by Dimmu Borgir, released in 2018. Epic orchestration intertwines with ferocious riffs, creating a vast soundscape of melodic black metal. 'Eonian' debuted at number one on the Norwegian charts, showcasing Dimmu Borgir's enduring popularity. The album received praise for its ambitious production and complex compositions, solidifying the band's status within the melodic black metal genre. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Eonian sound like?
Epic orchestration intertwines with ferocious riffs, creating a vast soundscape of melodic black metal. Rooted in symphonic black metal and melodic black metal.
What makes Eonian by Dimmu Borgir notable?
'Eonian' debuted at number one on the Norwegian charts, showcasing Dimmu Borgir's enduring popularity. The album received praise for its ambitious production and complex compositions, solidifying the band's status within the melodic black metal genre. Released on May 4, 2018, 'Eonian' is Dimmu Borgir's first studio album in over a decade, following their 2007 album 'In Sorte Diaboli.' This period marked a significant return for the band as they reestablished themselves in the metal scene while exploring new thematic and sonic territories.
Who is Eonian for?
Eonian works well if you're into dynamic exploration with resolution, epic orchestration meets ferocious riffs and wave-like pacing with intensity.
How many songs are on Eonian?
Eonian has 15 tracks, running approximately 83 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 2
- 1 Ætheric 5:27
- 2 Council of Wolves and Snakes Standout 5:18
- 3 Lightbringer Standout 6:10
- 4 I Am Sovereign Standout 6:57
- 5 Archaic Correspondence 4:57
Disc 3
- 1 The Unveiling 5:51
- 2 Interdimensional Summit 4:36
- 3 Ætheric 5:26
- 4 Council of Wolves and Snakes Standout 5:21
- 5 The Empyrean Phoenix 4:44
Disc 4
- 1 Lightbringer Standout 6:10
- 2 I Am Sovereign Standout 6:46
- 3 Archaic Correspondence 4:52
- 4 Alpha Aeon Omega 5:20
- 5 Rite of Passage 5:12
Release Date
May 4, 2018
Artist Origin
Norway
Runtime
83 min 7 sec
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