BATHORY · In Memory Of Quorthon Vol. I | BLACK TAPE

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This tribute collection stands as a powerful monument to Quorthon, the visionary mastermind behind Bathory who passed away in 2004. "In Memory Of Quorthon Vol. I" brings together some of the most essential tracks from the Swedish legend's vast catalog, spanning the raw black metal fury of the early years to the epic Viking metal anthems that would define an entire subgenre. The compilation opens with the majestic "Song To Hall Up High" and "Odens Ride Over Nordland", showcasing Quorthon's later period where mythology and atmosphere took center stage, before diving into the apocalyptic grandeur of "Twilight Of The Gods".

The second side delivers the primal aggression that made Bathory pioneers of the second wave of black metal, with classics like "Born For Burning" and "Call From The Grave" demonstrating the raw, uncompromising sound that influenced countless extreme metal acts. From the haunting melodies of "Foreverdark Woods" to the relentless assault of "Armageddon", this collection perfectly captures the duality of Quorthon's genius - his ability to craft both atmospheric epics and savage black metal anthems with equal mastery.

For fans of: Venom, Celtic Frost, Mayhem, Burzum, Darkthrone and Emperor

Track listing

A1. Song To Hall Up High
A2. Odens Ride Over Nordland
A3. Twilight Of The Gods
A4. Foreverdark Woods
A5. A Fine Day To Die
A6. The Woodwoman
B1. I’ve Had It Coming My Way
B2. Armageddon
B3. Born To Die
B4. God Save The Queen
B5. The Sword
B6. For All Those Who Died
B7. Call From The Grave
B8. Born For Burning
B9. Boy

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