Wormwood
Marduk · 2009
45 min · 10 tracks · black metal
A relentless barrage of furious riffs and haunting melodies that encapsulate despair and chaos.
Wormwood is an album by Marduk, released in 2009. A relentless barrage of furious riffs and haunting melodies that encapsulate despair and chaos. 'Wormwood' was significant for its critical reception, earning praise in underground metal circles and solidifying Marduk's status within the black metal genre. The album's thematic focus on despair resonated with fans, contributing to discussions about mortality and desolation in metal music during this period, further influencing subsequent artists exploring similar motifs. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Wormwood sound like?
A relentless barrage of furious riffs and haunting melodies that encapsulate despair and chaos. Rooted in black metal.
What makes Wormwood by Marduk notable?
'Wormwood' was significant for its critical reception, earning praise in underground metal circles and solidifying Marduk's status within the black metal genre. The album's thematic focus on despair resonated with fans, contributing to discussions about mortality and desolation in metal music during this period, further influencing subsequent artists exploring similar motifs. By the time 'Wormwood' was released in 2009, Marduk had established themselves as a formidable force in the black metal scene with eight albums under their belt. This album arrived as a follow-up to their critically acclaimed work 'Rom 5:12' and marked a continuation of their aggressive sound while exploring deeper themes of nihilism and darkness.
How many songs are on Wormwood?
Wormwood has 10 tracks, running approximately 45 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Nowhere, No-One, Nothing Standout 3:19
- 2 Funeral Dawn 5:51
- 3 This Fleshly Void 2:58
- 4 Unclosing the Curse 2:16
- 5 Into Utter Madness 4:40
- 6 Phosphorous Redeemer Standout 6:02
- 7 To Redirect Perdition 6:38
- 8 Whorecrown 5:27
- 9 Chorus of Cracking Necks Standout 3:48
- 10 As a Garment 4:19
Release Date
January 1, 2009
Artist Origin
Sweden
Runtime
45 min 22 sec
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