Deggial by Therion - DeepRiffs

ALBUM

By the time Deggial was released, Christofer Johnsson's Therion had already secured themselves a place in metal history. Johnsson's unique melding of classical and metal styles helped the band rise above the typical doom metal bands. While this approach had been a staple of Yngwie Malmsteen for years, Therion's approach is more organic, symphonic, and theatrical. Here the band refines their approach with improved compositions, the addition of woodwinds, and enhanced production. Johnsson's curious decision to rely on '80s metal-style guitar in the vein of Iron Maiden takes some of the music's impact away; it would have been better served with a heavier, darker sound. Still, there are some amazing moments here, in particular "Via Nocturna" and the excellent cover of Carl Orff's "O Fortuna." While not the best offering in their catalog, Deggial is a great starting point for the uninitiated, and of course, essential for the seasoned fan. ~ Robert Taylor

1. Seven Secrets of the Sphinx

Primary Artist: Therion; Main Performer
Composer: Christofer Johnsson
Thomas Karlsson; Composer

2. Eternal Return

Primary Artist: Therion; Main Performer
Composer: Christofer Johnsson
Thomas Karlsson; Composer

3. Enter Vril-Ya

Primary Artist: Therion; Main Performer
Composer: Christofer Johnsson
Thomas Karlsson; Composer

4. Ship of Luna

Primary Artist: Therion; Main Performer
Composer: Christofer Johnsson
Thomas Karlsson; Composer

5. The Invincible

Primary Artist: Therion; Main Performer
Composer: Christofer Johnsson
Thomas Karlsson; Composer

6. Deggial

Primary Artist: Therion; Main Performer
Composer: Christofer Johnsson
Thomas Karlsson; Composer

7. Emerald Crown

Primary Artist: Therion; Main Performer
Composer: Christofer Johnsson
Thomas Karlsson; Composer

8. The Flight of the Lord of Flies

Primary Artist: Therion; Main Performer
Composer: Christofer Johnsson
Thomas Karlsson; Composer

9. Flesh of the Gods

Primary Artist: Therion; Main Performer
Composer: Christofer Johnsson
Thomas Karlsson; Composer

10. Via Nocturna (Part I and II)

Primary Artist: Therion; Main Performer
Composer: Christofer Johnsson
Thomas Karlsson; Composer

11. O Fortuna

Primary Artist: Therion; Main Performer
Composer: Carl Orff; Composer

Technical Specifications

Volume

1 volume only

Tracks

11 tracks available

Type

ALBUM

Format

Digital Media

Duration

57 minutes and 58 seconds

Explicit

None

Coverart

Available and up to 3000x3000 px

Booklet

Not available

Max Quality

CD Quality (Lossless)

16bit / 44.1 kHz

Stereo

Audio Extension

Lossless: FLAC, M4A, WAV, WV, AIFF

Lossy: AAC, MP3, M4A, MP4, OGA, OGG, OPUS, WMA

Archive Format

Available in these formats: ZIP, TAR, RAR

Lyrics

10/11 tracks have lyrics

Synchronized Lyrics

8/11 tracks have synced lyrics

Genres

Pop/Rock, Metal, Death Metal, Black Metal, Progressive Metal

Label

Adulruna

Music Distribution Service

Orchard Enterprises Inc

Country

Germany

Language

English (United States)
Latin

Popularity

Release Date

Mar 6, 2000

Track Preview

Available

Delivery Charge

Free

Delivery Method

Digital download link via Email or Personal Dashboard on this site

UPC

194491269425