WATAIN - The Wild Hunt · OXBLOOD RED 2LP

Oxblood red double-vinyl in gatefold sleeve.

Background information über 'The Wild Hunt'

Watain's fifth studio album "The Wild Hunt" marked a controversial yet fascinating chapter in the Swedish black metal legends' evolution. Released in 2013, this record saw the band venturing into more melodic territories while maintaining their signature darkness and intensity. The album showcases Erik Danielsson's commanding vocals weaving through compositions that blend traditional black metal ferocity with unexpected moments of atmospheric beauty and even rock sensibilities. Tracks like "All That May Bleed" and the epic title track demonstrate the band's willingness to experiment without abandoning their core identity.

What makes "The Wild Hunt" particularly compelling is how Watain managed to create their most accessible work while still delivering crushing black metal anthems like "Black Flames March" and "Sleepless Evil". The production, handled by Tore Stjerna, gives each instrument room to breathe while preserving the raw energy that made albums like "Lawless Darkness" so impactful. Despite initial mixed reactions from purists, the album has aged remarkably well, revealing layers of complexity that reward repeated listening and showcasing a band confident enough to push boundaries.

For fans of: Dissection, Mayhem, Emperor, Mgła and Dark Funeral

Track listing

LP 1:
A1. Night Vision
A2. De Profundis
A3. Black Flames March
A4. All That May Bleed
B1. The Child Must Die
B2. They Rode On

LP 2:
C1. Sleepless Evil
C2. The Wild Hunt
C3. Outlaw
D1. Ignem Venti Mittere
D2. Holocaust Dawn

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