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The Whole of the Law

Anaal Nathrakh · 2016

42 min · 11 tracks · black metal

A relentless onslaught of black metal fury, infused with industrial elements and haunting melodies that unsettle and provoke.

The Whole of the Law is an album by Anaal Nathrakh, released in 2016. A relentless onslaught of black metal fury, infused with industrial elements and haunting melodies that unsettle and provoke. 'The Whole of the Law' received positive reviews from various music publications, contributing to Anaal Nathrakh's growing influence in both the black metal scene and the wider heavy music community. The album features tracks that challenge societal norms and reflect on dark themes, exemplifying the band's distinctive approach to lyricism and composition, which resonates well with contemporary issues. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does The Whole of the Law sound like?

A relentless onslaught of black metal fury, infused with industrial elements and haunting melodies that unsettle and provoke. Rooted in black metal.

What makes The Whole of the Law by Anaal Nathrakh notable?

'The Whole of the Law' received positive reviews from various music publications, contributing to Anaal Nathrakh's growing influence in both the black metal scene and the wider heavy music community. The album features tracks that challenge societal norms and reflect on dark themes, exemplifying the band's distinctive approach to lyricism and composition, which resonates well with contemporary issues. Released on January 1, 2016, 'The Whole of the Law' is Anaal Nathrakh's seventh studio album, following their critically acclaimed 'Desideratum' from 2014. At this point in their career, the band continued to solidify their reputation for blending extreme metal with provocative themes, further refining their sound while maintaining a raw intensity that has characterized their work since their inception.

How many songs are on The Whole of the Law?

The Whole of the Law has 11 tracks, running approximately 42 minutes.

Tracklist

11 tracks·42:07

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

  • 1 The Nameless Dread 1:11
  • 2 Depravity Favours the Bold 3:07
  • 3 Hold Your Children Close and Pray for Oblivion Standout 3:35
  • 4 We Will Fucking Kill You Standout 3:54
  • 5 ...So We Can Die Happy Standout 4:05
  • 6 In Flagrante Delicto 3:38
  • 7 And You Will Beg for Our Secrets 3:20
  • 8 Extravaganza! 4:12
  • 9 On Being a Slave 5:39
  • 10 The Great Spectator 3:45
  • 11 Of Horror, and the Black Shawls 5:41

Release Date

January 1, 2016

Genre

black metal

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Artist Origin

United Kingdom

Runtime

42 min 7 sec