BATHORY - Bathory · CD

Jewelcase CD.

Background information about 'Bathory'

"Bathory" marks the debut of the Swedish band Bathory, a seminal force in the development of black metal during the early 1980s. Recorded at Heavenshore Studio in Stockholm in 1984, this album captures the raw aggression and dark atmosphere that would come to define the genre. Featuring ferocious riffing, lo-fi production, and occult themes, the album stands as a vital document of extreme metal's formative years. The inclusion of tracks such as "Storm Of Damnation (Intro)/ Hades" and "In Conspirasy With Satan" demonstrates the band's innovative blend of speed and atmosphere.

Beyond its musical impact, "Bathory" holds a significant place for its influence on countless black and death metal bands. The album's primal energy, combined with its primitive yet compelling production, embodies the underground spirit of 1980s extreme metal scenes. Its lasting legacy resonates across generations of metal enthusiasts, solidifying Bathory's role as pioneers of the genre.

For fans of:
Venom, Mayhem, Hellhammer, Mercyful Fate, Celtic Frost

Track listing

1. Storm Of Damnation (Intro) / Hades
2. Reaper
3. Necromansy
4. Sacrifice
5. In Conspiracy With Satan
6. Armageddon
7. Raise The Dead
8. War
9. Untitled

Manufacturer: 375 Media GmbH, Schlachthofstraße 36A, 21079 Hamburg, Germany, Contact: www.blackmark.net