The IVth Crusade
Bolt Thrower · 1992
64 min · 13 tracks · death metal
A relentless barrage of heavy riffs and battle-themed lyrics, evoking the chaos of warfare.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- dynamic emotional journeys long, immersive listening sessions wave-like pacing and builds
- Context
- Released in 1992, 'The IVth Crusade' was Bolt Thrower's fourth studio album and solidified their status in the death metal scene. Following their critically acclaimed album 'Realm of Chaos,' this record marked a maturation in their sound and thematic focus on war and history, which would become a hallmark of their identity.
- If you like
- death metal
The IVth Crusade is an album by Bolt Thrower, released in 1992. A relentless barrage of heavy riffs and battle-themed lyrics, evoking the chaos of warfare. The album received widespread acclaim upon release, with notable praise for its lyrical depth and musicality. It has been recognized as a significant influence on the death metal genre, often cited by critics and fans alike as one of the defining works of early 90s extreme metal. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does The IVth Crusade sound like?
A relentless barrage of heavy riffs and battle-themed lyrics, evoking the chaos of warfare. Rooted in death metal.
What makes The IVth Crusade by Bolt Thrower notable?
The album received widespread acclaim upon release, with notable praise for its lyrical depth and musicality. It has been recognized as a significant influence on the death metal genre, often cited by critics and fans alike as one of the defining works of early 90s extreme metal. Released in 1992, 'The IVth Crusade' was Bolt Thrower's fourth studio album and solidified their status in the death metal scene. Following their critically acclaimed album 'Realm of Chaos,' this record marked a maturation in their sound and thematic focus on war and history, which would become a hallmark of their identity.
Who is The IVth Crusade for?
The IVth Crusade works well if you're into dynamic emotional journeys, long, immersive listening sessions and wave-like pacing and builds.
How many songs are on The IVth Crusade?
The IVth Crusade has 13 tracks, running approximately 64 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 The IVth Crusade Standout 4:57
- 2 Icon Standout 4:11
- 3 Embers 5:16
- 4 Where Next to Conquer 3:49
- 5 As the World Burns 5:24
- 6 This Time It’s War 5:48
- 7 Ritual 4:30
- 8 Spearhead 6:45
- 9 Celestial Sanctuary 4:37
- 10 Dying Creed 4:17
- 11 Through the Ages (outro) 3:46
- 12 Crown of Life Standout 5:28
- 13 Lament 5:34
Release Date
January 1, 1992
Artist Origin
United Kingdom
Runtime
64 min 29 sec
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