Pure Holocaust
Immortal · 1993
33 min · 8 tracks · black metal · death metal · thrash metal
An unrelenting barrage of icy riffs and haunting melodies that define the bleak landscapes of black metal.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- steady, consistent energy levels long, immersive listening sessions dynamic emotional journeys
- Context
- Released in 1993, 'Pure Holocaust' is Immortal's second studio album, following their debut 'Diabolical Fullmoon Mysticism.' At this point in their career, the band was solidifying its presence in the Norwegian black metal scene, expanding its sound into more atmospheric and aggressive territories.
- If you like
- black metal, death metal, thrash metal
Pure Holocaust is an album by Immortal, released in 1993. An unrelenting barrage of icy riffs and haunting melodies that define the bleak landscapes of black metal. 'Pure Holocaust' is significant for its raw production style and complex songwriting, influencing countless black metal bands. It showcased Immortal's distinctive approach to themes of nature and desolation, which helped them gain a dedicated following and critical acclaim within underground metal circles. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Pure Holocaust sound like?
An unrelenting barrage of icy riffs and haunting melodies that define the bleak landscapes of black metal. Rooted in black metal and death metal.
What makes Pure Holocaust by Immortal notable?
'Pure Holocaust' is significant for its raw production style and complex songwriting, influencing countless black metal bands. It showcased Immortal's distinctive approach to themes of nature and desolation, which helped them gain a dedicated following and critical acclaim within underground metal circles. Released in 1993, 'Pure Holocaust' is Immortal's second studio album, following their debut 'Diabolical Fullmoon Mysticism.' At this point in their career, the band was solidifying its presence in the Norwegian black metal scene, expanding its sound into more atmospheric and aggressive territories.
Who is Pure Holocaust for?
Pure Holocaust works well if you're into steady, consistent energy levels, long, immersive listening sessions and dynamic emotional journeys.
How many songs are on Pure Holocaust?
Pure Holocaust has 8 tracks, running approximately 33 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Unsilent Storms in the North Abyss Standout 3:14
- 2 A Sign for the Norse Hordes to Ride 2:35
- 3 The Sun No Longer Rises Standout 4:19
- 4 Frozen by Icewinds 4:40
- 5 Storming Through Red Clouds and Holocaustwinds 4:39
- 6 Eternal Years on the Path to the Cemetery Gates 3:30
- 7 As the Eternity Opens 5:31
- 8 Pure Holocaust Standout 5:16
Release Date
November 1, 1993
Artist Origin
Norway
Runtime
33 min 47 sec
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