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Nightwing

Marduk · 1998

47 min · 18 tracks · black metal

A relentless onslaught of blistering riffs and dark, atmospheric melodies that define the essence of black metal.

Why listen to this

Best for
dark atmospheric immersion intense emotional experiences long, immersive listening sessions
Context
Released in 1998, 'Nightwing' was Marduk's fifth studio album, following their critically acclaimed work 'Heaven Shall Burn... When We Are Gathered'. At this point in their career, Marduk was solidifying their position as a cornerstone of the black metal genre, known for their aggressive sound and controversial themes.
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Nightwing is an album by Marduk, released in 1998. A relentless onslaught of blistering riffs and dark, atmospheric melodies that define the essence of black metal. 'Nightwing' marks a significant moment in Marduk's career, receiving notable praise from critics and fans alike for its uncompromising style. The album further entrenched the band's reputation within the black metal scene, influencing subsequent artists with its raw energy and thematic content. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Nightwing sound like?

A relentless onslaught of blistering riffs and dark, atmospheric melodies that define the essence of black metal. Rooted in black metal.

What makes Nightwing by Marduk notable?

'Nightwing' marks a significant moment in Marduk's career, receiving notable praise from critics and fans alike for its uncompromising style. The album further entrenched the band's reputation within the black metal scene, influencing subsequent artists with its raw energy and thematic content. Released in 1998, 'Nightwing' was Marduk's fifth studio album, following their critically acclaimed work 'Heaven Shall Burn... When We Are Gathered'. At this point in their career, Marduk was solidifying their position as a cornerstone of the black metal genre, known for their aggressive sound and controversial themes.

Who is Nightwing for?

Nightwing works well if you're into dark atmospheric immersion, intense emotional experiences and long, immersive listening sessions.

How many songs are on Nightwing?

Nightwing has 18 tracks, running approximately 47 minutes.

Tracklist

18 tracks·47:27

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

Disc 1

  • 1 Preludium 2:09
  • 2 Bloodtide (XXX) Standout 6:43
  • 3 Of Hells Fire 5:22
  • 4 Slay the Nazarene Standout 3:48
  • 5 Nightwing Standout 7:34
  • 6 Dreams of Blood and Iron 6:19
  • 7 Dracole Wayda 4:07
  • 8 Kaziklu Bey (The Lord Impaler) 4:02
  • 9 Deme Quaden Thyrane 5:06
  • 10 Anno Domini 1476 2:11

Disc 2

  • 1 Of Hells Fire
  • 2 Those of the Unlight
  • 3 Slay the Nazarene Standout
  • 4 The Black...
  • 5 Still Fucking Dead
  • 6 Sulphur Souls
  • 7 Dreams of Blood and Iron
  • 8 Beyond the Grace of God

Release Date

January 1, 1998

Genre

black metal

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Artist Origin

Sweden

Runtime

47 min 27 sec