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Towards the Skullthrone of Satan

Enthroned · 1997

45 min · 11 tracks · black metal

A relentless barrage of blistering riffs and haunting melodies that epitomize the black metal aesthetic.

Towards the Skullthrone of Satan is an album by Enthroned, released in 1997. A relentless barrage of blistering riffs and haunting melodies that epitomize the black metal aesthetic. The album helped establish Enthroned as a significant force within the black metal genre during the late 90s, contributing to the burgeoning European black metal movement. It received positive critical reception, with particular praise for its atmospheric production and lyrical themes centered around occultism. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Towards the Skullthrone of Satan sound like?

A relentless barrage of blistering riffs and haunting melodies that epitomize the black metal aesthetic. Rooted in black metal.

What makes Towards the Skullthrone of Satan by Enthroned notable?

The album helped establish Enthroned as a significant force within the black metal genre during the late 90s, contributing to the burgeoning European black metal movement. It received positive critical reception, with particular praise for its atmospheric production and lyrical themes centered around occultism. Released on January 1, 1997, 'Towards the Skullthrone of Satan' is Enthroned's third album, solidifying their position in the Belgian black metal scene. This came after their previous album, 'Prophecies of Pagan Fire' (1996), showcasing a more refined and aggressive sound that would define their style moving forward.

How many songs are on Towards the Skullthrone of Satan?

Towards the Skullthrone of Satan has 11 tracks, running approximately 45 minutes.

Tracklist

11 tracks·45:08

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

  • 1 Satan's Realm (Intro) 2:04
  • 2 The Ultimate Horde Fights Standout 4:43
  • 3 Ha Shaitan 4:46
  • 4 Evil Church Standout 4:40
  • 5 The Antichrist Summons the Black Flame 3:54
  • 6 The Forest of Nathrath 4:29
  • 7 Dusk of Forgotten Darkness 5:15
  • 8 Throne to Purgatory 3:41
  • 9 When Horny Flames Begin to Rise Standout 5:04
  • 10 Hertogenwald 5:32
  • 11 Final Armageddon (Epilogue) 1:00

Release Date

January 1, 1997

Genre

black metal

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Artist Origin

Belgium

Runtime

45 min 8 sec