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Kénôse

Deathspell Omega · 2005

36 min · 3 tracks · black metal · avant-garde metal

A labyrinthine exploration of darkness, weaving complex structures with haunting atmospheres and visceral intensity.

Kénôse is an EP by Deathspell Omega, released in 2005. A labyrinthine exploration of darkness, weaving complex structures with haunting atmospheres and visceral intensity. This album is significant for its profound impact on the black metal genre, influencing countless bands with its avant-garde approach and complex compositions. Critics hailed it as a pivotal release that helped to elevate the lyrical and thematic depth of extreme metal music. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Kénôse sound like?

A labyrinthine exploration of darkness, weaving complex structures with haunting atmospheres and visceral intensity. Rooted in black metal and avant-garde metal.

What makes Kénôse by Deathspell Omega notable?

This album is significant for its profound impact on the black metal genre, influencing countless bands with its avant-garde approach and complex compositions. Critics hailed it as a pivotal release that helped to elevate the lyrical and thematic depth of extreme metal music. Kénôse is Deathspell Omega's third album, released during a period when they were solidifying their reputation within the avant-garde black metal scene. Following the acclaimed albums 'Infernal Battles' and 'Fas - Ite, Maledicti in Ignem Aeternum', this record marked their further evolution into philosophical themes and experimental sounds.

How many songs are on Kénôse?

Kénôse has 3 tracks, running approximately 36 minutes.

Tracklist

3 tracks·36:20

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 I Standout 15:45
  • 2 II Standout 11:25
  • 3 III Standout 9:09

Release Date

January 1, 2005

Artist Origin

France

Runtime

36 min 20 sec