CD Black Mark Production Release date: 13/May/1996
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#2868 in Other Pop #6830 in Pop
Style:
Other Pop
Product No.:
1776855
Details / Tracklist:
01. "Intro [From "Blood On Ice]"
02. "Blood On Ice"
03. "Man Of Iron"
04. "One Eyed Old Man"
05. "The Sword"
06. "The Stallion"
07. "The Woodwoman"
08. "The Lake"
09. "Gods Of Thunder Of Wind And Of Rain"
10. "The Ravens"
11. "The Revenge Of The Blood On Ice"
Number of discs:
1
Description:
Original material recorded during three sessions in February & October 1988 and in June 1989 at the Heavenshore Studio, Stockholm, Sweden.
Updated material recorded in June & July 1995 at the Hellhole Studio, Stockholm, Sweden.
Mixed in February 1996 at the Rat Cellar Studio, Stockholm, Sweden.
(C)+(P) 1996 Black Mark Production
Total running time: 53:40
This entry is for the first pressing version distributed by Rough Trade, not SPV.
"Blood On Ice" is a legendary album by the Swedish band Bathory, released in CD format by Black Mark Production. This epic work stands as one of the most influential Viking metal albums ever created, blending atmospheric storytelling with powerful riffs and haunting melodies. Originally recorded in the late 1980s but not released until 1996, "Blood On Ice" tells an immersive saga inspired by Norse mythology and heroic tales. The album showcases Bathory's transition from their early black metal roots to a more melodic and grandiose soundscape that has since become iconic within the genre.
Bathory, founded by Quorthon (Thomas Börje Forsberg), are widely regarded as pioneers of both black metal and Viking metal. Their groundbreaking approach redefined extreme music throughout the 1980s and 1990s, influencing countless bands worldwide. Albums like "Under the Sign of the Black Mark," "Hammerheart," and "Twilight of the Gods" have cemented Bathory?s legacy as true innovators.
Black Mark Production is a renowned label specializing in heavy metal releases, particularly those pushing boundaries within subgenres such as black, death, doom, and Viking metal. Known for supporting underground legends like Bathory from their earliest days, Black Mark Production has played a crucial role in shaping extreme music history through its dedication to quality releases.