Barathrum: V.I.T.R.I.O.L.

Absu

Barathrum: V.I.T.R.I.O.L.

RELEASED: March 01, 1993
TYPE: FULL LENGTH
Track Listing
1. An Involution of Thorns 3:07 2. Descent to Acheron (Evolving Into the Progression of Woe) 4:33 3. An Equinox of Fathomless Disheartenment 3:12 4. The Thrice Is Greatest to Ninnigal 5:00 5. Infinite and Profane Thrones 6:21 6. Fantasizing to the Third of the Pagan Vision (Quoth the Sky, Nevermore Act II) 5:28 7. An Evolution of Horns 3:08
Historical Archive
Barathrum: V.I.T.R.I.O.L. is the third studio album by the American black metal band Absu, released in 1998. The album showcases a blend of black metal with elements of thrash and progressive metal, characterized by its complex song structures and esoteric lyrical themes that draw from mythology and occultism. The production is polished, yet retains an aggressive edge that complements the band's intricate instrumentation and high-energy performances. Over the years, the album has gained a cult following and is regarded as a significant contribution to the black metal genre.