This week we’re discussing every album by the infamous Mayhem. While they are known for pioneering modern black metal in Norway, most people know them because of their horrific, bloody, and disturbing history. Seriously, if you’re unfamiliar, grab some popcorn before you listen. Formed and led by Euronymous (Øystein Aarseth) until his murder by then bassist Varg Vikernes (of Burzum) in 1993, Mayhem continues to put out great albums with various lineups. However, they are held down by longtime drummer Hellhammer and bassist Necrobutcher. This band’s music is as intense as their reputation, so get ready.
Read MoreEpisode 66: Emperor
This week we’re discussing Norway’s Emperor. Part of the second wave of Norwegian black metal in the early 90s, Emperor was associated with all of the church burning insanity that the scene is infamous for. However, imprisonment couldn’t stop these guys from putting out some remarkably fun black metal records. Also credited as helping pioneer symphonic black metal, Emperor had a lot of range despite their limited discography. Seriously, this episode has some crazy stories.
Closing track: “Inno a Satana” from In the Nightside Eclipse (1994)
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Mike’s Picks:
In the Nightside Eclipse (1994) — Best Album, Personal Favorite
Prometheus: The Discipline of Fire & Demise (2001) — Worst Album, Least Favorite
Alex’s Picks:
In the Nightside Eclipse (1994) — Best Album, Personal Favorite
IX Equilibrium (1999) — Worst Album, Least Favorite
Albums we discussed this episode…
In the Nightside Eclipse (1994)
Anthems to the Welkin at Dusk (1997)
IX Equilibrium (1999)
Prometheus: The Discipline of Fire & Demise (2001)