DARKTHRONE - Transilvanian Hunger · 2CD

Double CD with 30th anniversary remaster.

Includes second disc featuring commentary from Fenriz with his recollections on the tracks and the time period.

Background information about 'Transilvanian Hunger'

This legendary 1994 release stands as one of the most influential black metal albums ever created, marking Darkthrone's complete transformation from their death metal roots into the frozen landscapes of Norwegian black metal. Written and recorded in just two weeks with its iconic photocopied cover art, "Transilvanian Hunger" delivers primitive guitar riffs over hypnotic, monotonous drumbeats that create an atmosphere of stark, mesmerizing bleakness. The album's raw production and minimalist approach perfectly captures the essence of second-wave black metal, drawing inspiration from Von, Burzum, and Bathory while establishing its own unique identity.

Recorded at Fenriz's Necrohell studio, this was the first Darkthrone release as a duo following guitarist Zephyrous's departure, with Fenriz and Nocturno Culto crafting eight tracks of pure Norwegian black metal mastery. The album's influence on the genre cannot be overstated - it became the definitive template for 90s Norwegian black metal sound and style, inspiring countless bands over the past three decades. This 30th anniversary edition includes a specially created remaster true to the original 1994 vision, plus Fenriz's personal commentary disc offering rare insights into the creation of this seminal work.

For fans of: Burzum, Mayhem, Emperor, Bathory, Immortal and Von

Track listing

CD 1:

1. Transilvanian Hunger
2. Over Fjell Og Gjennom Torner
3. Skald Au Satans Sol
4. Slottet I Det Fjerne
5. Graven Takeheimens Saler
6. I En Hall Med Flesk Og Mjod
7. As Flittermice As Satans Spys
8. En As I Dype Skogen

CD 2:

1. Transilvanian Hunger (with Fenriz Commentary)
2. Over Fjell Og Gjennom Torner (with Fenriz Commentary)
3. Skald Au Satans Sol (with Fenriz Commentary)
4. Slottet I Det Fjerne (with Fenriz Commentary)
5. Graven Takeheimens Saler (with Fenriz Commentary)
6. I En Hall Med Flesk Og Mjod (with Fenriz Commentary)
7. As Flittermice As Satans Spys (with Fenriz Commentary)
8. En As I Dype Skogen (with Fenriz Commentary)

Manufacturer: Edel Music & Entertainment GmbH, Neumühlen 17, 22763 Hamburg, Germany, Contact: www.edel.com