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Opus Nocturne

Marduk · 1993

43 min · 9 tracks · black metal

Ravenous black metal fury melds with haunting atmospheres, creating an immersive nocturnal experience.

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immersive nocturnal experiences haunting atmospheric soundscapes dynamic emotional journeys
Context
Released in 1993, 'Opus Nocturne' was Marduk's third studio album and marked their arrival at the forefront of the Swedish black metal scene. Following their previous album 'Those of the Unlight', this record showcased a refined sound and darker thematic preoccupations that would define their subsequent work.
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Opus Nocturne is an album by Marduk, released in 1993. Ravenous black metal fury melds with haunting atmospheres, creating an immersive nocturnal experience. The album is notable for its critical acclaim within the black metal community, often cited as a significant influence on the genre’s development. It helped solidify Marduk's reputation, leading to considerable underground success and paving the way for their later works, including appearances at major metal festivals. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Opus Nocturne sound like?

Ravenous black metal fury melds with haunting atmospheres, creating an immersive nocturnal experience. Rooted in black metal.

What makes Opus Nocturne by Marduk notable?

The album is notable for its critical acclaim within the black metal community, often cited as a significant influence on the genre’s development. It helped solidify Marduk's reputation, leading to considerable underground success and paving the way for their later works, including appearances at major metal festivals. Released in 1993, 'Opus Nocturne' was Marduk's third studio album and marked their arrival at the forefront of the Swedish black metal scene. Following their previous album 'Those of the Unlight', this record showcased a refined sound and darker thematic preoccupations that would define their subsequent work.

Who is Opus Nocturne for?

Opus Nocturne works well if you're into immersive nocturnal experiences, haunting atmospheric soundscapes and dynamic emotional journeys.

How many songs are on Opus Nocturne?

Opus Nocturne has 9 tracks, running approximately 43 minutes.

Tracklist

9 tracks·43:09

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

  • 1 Intro / The Appearance of Spirits of Darkness 0:32
  • 2 Sulphur Souls Standout 5:40
  • 3 From Subterranean Throne Profound 7:47
  • 4 Autumnal Reaper 3:31
  • 5 Materialized in Stone 5:10
  • 6 Untrodden Paths (Wolves, Part II) 5:27
  • 7 Opus Nocturne 2:32
  • 8 Deme Quaden Thyrane Standout 5:06
  • 9 The Sun Has Failed Standout 7:21

Release Date

January 1, 1993

Genre

black metal

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Artist Origin

Sweden

Runtime

43 min 9 sec