01. "Storm Of Damnation" 02. "Hades" 03. "Reaper" 04. "Necromansy" 05. "Sacrifice" 06. "In Conspiracy With Satan" 07. "Armageddon" 08. "Raise The Dead" 09. "War" 10. "Outro [from "BATHORY"]"
Description:
Bathory by Bathory, released 20 March 2003, includes the following tracks: "Reaper", "Sacrifice" and more.
This version of Bathory comes as a 1xLP.
The vinyl is pressed as a opaque disc. - REMASTERED CLASSIC VINYL RE-RELEASE
2014 limited edition 180-gram vinyl LP pressing reissue of the Swedish black metal band's 1984 debut album.
The self-titled debut album "Bathory" on LP captures a pivotal moment in extreme metal history. Originally released in the mid-1980s, this record is widely regarded as one of the foundational works of early black metal, characterized by raw, lo-fi production, harsh and rasping vocals, and relentlessly fast, aggressive riffing. The songs are short, intense bursts of primitive power that blend the speed and ferocity of early thrash with a dark, occult atmosphere. This LP edition of "Bathory" offers an unfiltered snapshot of the genre's formative years, preserving the urgency and authenticity that later influenced countless bands around the world. Collectors and fans of extreme metal will appreciate its stark, uncompromising sound and historic importance.
As a vinyl release, the "Bathory" LP emphasizes the gritty, analog aesthetic for which the album is known. The warmth of the format enhances the dense guitar tone and thunderous drums, while the surface noise and physical presence of the record complement the underground spirit of the music. This edition invites listeners to experience the album as it was originally intended: a dark, immersive journey best appreciated in full-playthrough sessions. The cover art and minimalist presentation underline the mysterious, cult aura that has surrounded "Bathory" since its first appearance in the metal underground.
Bathory, the band, is one of the most influential names in extreme metal. Emerging from Sweden, the project is credited as a key pioneer of both first-wave black metal and, later, Viking metal. Early releases like this self-titled debut and its direct successors are renowned for their feral energy and grim sound, which shaped the sonic and aesthetic blueprint of the black metal scene that followed. Over the years, Bathory's evolution towards epic, Norse-themed compositions further expanded their legacy and inspired generations of musicians. The enduring reputation of the name "Bathory" rests heavily on the groundbreaking impact of this very album.
The LP is released by Black Mark, a label closely associated with some of the most important titles in Bathory's discography and influential underground metal in general. Known for supporting uncompromising artists and preserving essential catalogues from the extreme metal sphere, Black Mark has built a strong reputation among collectors for keeping classic releases available on physical formats, particularly vinyl. Their focus on authentic presentations and respect for the original spirit of the recordings makes this edition of "Bathory" a fitting tribute to a landmark album.
All of Bathory’s legacies has become a classic and a cult even during the life of Quorthon, and now, in the wake of the demand for vintage music, old records are gaining life in the players of the audience, who are several generations younger than these records.
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