Walpurgis Rites – Hexenwahn
Belphegor · 2009
39 min · 9 tracks · black metal · death metal
A relentless barrage of dark riffs and sinister melodies that evoke a haunting atmosphere of occult rituals.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- steady, consistent energy levels dark, immersive listening sessions haunting atmospheric focus
- Context
- By the time 'Walpurgis Rites – Hexenwahn' was released in 2009, Belphegor had established themselves as a notable force in the blackened death metal scene. This album marked their sixth studio release, following 'Bondage Goat Zombie,' which had solidified their reputation for blending extreme aggression with provocative themes.
- If you like
- black metal, death metal
Walpurgis Rites – Hexenwahn is an album by Belphegor, released in 2009. A relentless barrage of dark riffs and sinister melodies that evoke a haunting atmosphere of occult rituals. The album received critical acclaim within the metal community and debuted at number 29 on the Austrian Albums Chart, showcasing Belphegor's growing popularity. Its thematic exploration of witchcraft and satanism contributed to discussions about the artistic boundaries of black metal and reinforced the band's influence in the genre. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Walpurgis Rites – Hexenwahn sound like?
A relentless barrage of dark riffs and sinister melodies that evoke a haunting atmosphere of occult rituals. Rooted in black metal and death metal.
What makes Walpurgis Rites – Hexenwahn by Belphegor notable?
The album received critical acclaim within the metal community and debuted at number 29 on the Austrian Albums Chart, showcasing Belphegor's growing popularity. Its thematic exploration of witchcraft and satanism contributed to discussions about the artistic boundaries of black metal and reinforced the band's influence in the genre. By the time 'Walpurgis Rites – Hexenwahn' was released in 2009, Belphegor had established themselves as a notable force in the blackened death metal scene. This album marked their sixth studio release, following 'Bondage Goat Zombie,' which had solidified their reputation for blending extreme aggression with provocative themes.
Who is Walpurgis Rites – Hexenwahn for?
Walpurgis Rites – Hexenwahn works well if you're into steady, consistent energy levels, dark, immersive listening sessions and haunting atmospheric focus.
How many songs are on Walpurgis Rites – Hexenwahn?
Walpurgis Rites – Hexenwahn has 9 tracks, running approximately 39 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Walpurgis Rites 3:09
- 2 Veneratio Diaboli - I Am Sin Standout 7:02
- 3 Hail the New Flesh Standout 5:33
- 4 Reichswehr in Blood Standout 4:36
- 5 The Crosses Made of Bone 4:26
- 6 Der Geistertreiber 3:41
- 7 Destroyer Hekate 3:37
- 8 Enthralled Toxic Sabbat 4:33
- 9 Hexenwahn - Totenkult 2:44
Release Date
January 1, 2009
Artist Origin
Austria
Runtime
39 min 23 sec
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