Abbath

Critic Score
Based on 9 reviews
2016 Ratings: #208 / 1030
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Based on 56 ratings
January 22, 2016 / Release Date
LP / Format
Black Metal / Genre
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Critic Reviews

redsus
70

It’s time for you to take Abbath.
I’ll see myself out.
While this isn’t the most technically exciting or impressive black metal album I’ve heard, it still packs quite a punch as it pummels the eardrums for 46 minutes.

Endurapulse
80

All the tracks are great, and some even better! This album can easily stand toe-to-toe with the best Immortal records. The riffs are pure Abbath: icy, melodic, and badass. The guitar tone is just chef’s kiss, the atmosphere is on point, and Abbath’s vocals are, as always, top-notch. But that similarity doesn’t mean this album—or Abbath as an artist—lacks its own identity. It still has a somewhat unique signature, blending the familiar frost and fury with a vibe ... read more

Anypsotis
65

While this isn't anything special, and I didn't really get much out of it, it was still a fun listen. I'm not the most familiar with Immortal's music yet, but this was still fun. I know Abbath isn't the most serious character, which helped me enjoy this more.

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