Coronation of King Darkness

Black Crucifixion

Coronation of King Darkness

RELEASED: February 22, 2013
TYPE: FULL LENGTH
Track Listing
1. Coronation of King Darkness 5:22 2. What the Night Birds Sang 3:45 3. Heroes End Up on Gallows 6:47 4. Millions of Twigs Guide Your Way Through the Forest 3:23 5. Threefold 6:16 6. In the Bright Light of Night I Await the Turning Tide 3:49 7. Lodestar 7:28 8. Thieves 9:11
Historical Archive
Coronation of King Darkness is a seminal black metal album by Finnish band Black Crucifixion, released in 1991. The album is known for its raw production, haunting melodies, and dark, atmospheric compositions that embody the essence of early black metal. It has been influential in shaping the genre, often praised for its lyrical themes that delve into darkness, mortality, and existential despair. The album's sound combines traditional black metal elements with a unique Finnish twist, setting it apart from contemporaries.