Description
Under the Sign of the Black Mark is the third album by Bathory. It had a major influence on the black metal genre, specifically the Norwegian black metal scene that emerged in the early 1990s. The song “Woman of Dark Desires” is a tribute to the band’s namesake, Elizabeth Báthory, and has become one of their most recognized early tracks. “Enter the Eternal Fire” was the band’s first epic, reaching nearly seven minutes in length, and presaged the turn towards what would become known as Viking metal which Bathory would take on their next three records. Amazing and genre defining black metal epitome. This is a must – no discussion!
Tracklisting
Side A
1. Nocturnal Obeisance – 01:28
2. Massacre – 02:39
3. Woman Of Dark Desires – 04:06
4. Call From The Grave – 04:53
5. Equimanthorn – 03:42
Side B
6. Enter The Eternal Fire – 06:57
7. Chariots Of Fire – 02:47
8. 13 Candles – 05:17
9. Of Doom – 03:45
10. Outro – 00:25