BATHORY · Blood On Ice | PICTURE DISC LP

Limited picture disc vinyl.

Background information about 'Blood On Ice'

This legendary offering from Swedish black metal pioneers Bathory stands as one of extreme metal's most ambitious and atmospheric achievements. Originally recorded in the late 1980s but shelved for years, "Blood On Ice" finally saw the light of day as a complete epic tale of Norse mythology and Viking warfare. The album showcases Quorthon's vision at its most cinematic, weaving together crushing metal passages with folk-inspired interludes and storytelling that transports listeners directly into ancient Scandinavian battlefields.

The record flows like a conceptual journey through ice-covered landscapes and blood-soaked conflicts, with tracks like "Man Of Iron" and "The Sword" delivering the kind of raw, primal energy that made Bathory legends in the first place. What sets this apart from their earlier works is the increased use of keyboards, acoustic passages, and narrative elements that would later influence countless Viking and folk metal bands. The production maintains that signature raw edge while allowing the epic scope of the compositions to breathe and develop naturally.

For fans of: Burzum, Enslaved, Immortal, Emperor and Moonsorrow

Track listing

A1. Intro. / Blood On Ice
A2. Man Of Iron
A3. One Eyed Old Man
A4. The Sword
A5. The Stallion
B6. The Woodwoman / The Lake
B7. Gods Of Thunder Of Wind And Of Rain
B8. The Ravens
B9. The Revenge Of Blood On Ice
B10. [Untitled]

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