Kärgeräs
Root · 1996
51 min · 12 tracks · black metal
A dark, atmospheric journey through haunting melodies and fierce black metal aggression.
Kärgeräs is an album by Root, released in 1996. A dark, atmospheric journey through haunting melodies and fierce black metal aggression. Kärgeräs is significant for its innovative approach to black metal, integrating Czech folklore and themes that resonated culturally within the region. The album received critical acclaim for its ambitious storytelling and musical composition, influencing later bands within the same genre and earning a place as a cult classic among metal enthusiasts. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Kärgeräs sound like?
A dark, atmospheric journey through haunting melodies and fierce black metal aggression. Rooted in black metal.
What makes Kärgeräs by Root notable?
Kärgeräs is significant for its innovative approach to black metal, integrating Czech folklore and themes that resonated culturally within the region. The album received critical acclaim for its ambitious storytelling and musical composition, influencing later bands within the same genre and earning a place as a cult classic among metal enthusiasts. Kärgeräs is Root's third studio album, released in 1996, following their acclaimed 1995 album, The Temple of the Lost Race. At this point, Root was solidifying their unique blend of black metal with folk influences, carving out a distinct niche within the genre. This album marked a continued evolution in their sound and thematic complexity.
How many songs are on Kärgeräs?
Kärgeräs has 12 tracks, running approximately 51 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 Lykorian 3:48
- 2 Kärgeräs Prologue 1:15
- 3 Kärgeräs Standout 4:23
- 4 Prophet’s Song Standout 4:20
- 5 Rulbräh 4:17
- 6 Rodäxx Standout 7:42
- 7 Old Man 4:10
- 8 Old Woman 4:28
- 9 Equirhodont – Grandiose Magus 5:16
- 10 Dygon – Monstrosity 4:02
- 11 Trygän – Sexton 6:07
- 12 Dum Vivimus, Vivamus 1:55
Release Date
January 1, 1996
Artist Origin
Czech Republic
Runtime
51 min 43 sec
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