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Amongst The Catacombs Of Nephren-Ka,Nile

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Nile
Released 1998

Ramses Bringer Of War
04:45
642 plays

Smashing The Antiu
02:18
628 plays

Barra Edinazzu
02:47
614 plays

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- 1
- Smashing The Antiu
- 02:18
- 628 plays

- 2
- Barra Edinazzu
- 02:47
- 614 plays

- 3
- Kudurru Maqlu
- 01:05
- 348 plays

- 4
- Serpent Headed Mask
- 02:18
- 561 plays

- 5
- Ramses Bringer Of War
- 04:45
- 642 plays

- 6
- Stones Of Sorrow
- 04:17
- 489 plays

- 7
- Die Rache Krieg Lied Der Assyriche
- 03:13
- 477 plays

- 8
- The Howling Of The Jinn
- 02:34
- 530 plays

- 9
- Pestilence And Iniquity
- 01:54
- 419 plays

- 10
- Opening Of The Mouth
- 03:39
- 399 plays

- 11
- Beneath Eternal Oceans Of Sand
- 04:17
- 449 plays

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album review

Egyptian themes and imagery separate Nile from other death metal bands but their musicianship and creativity are what make them really stand out. Each composition on Amongst the Catacombs of Nephren-Ka feels like an encapsulated epic, brought about by skilled dynamics that never surrender Nile's unapologetic brutality. Adding to the epic feel is the group's bold decision to experiment with chanting, percussion, gongs, and flutes. These experiments are particularly potent when used to offset quiet and loud; the middle eastern flute placed against the hell summoning wall of sound on "Opening of the Mouth" is a fierce example. Amongst the Catacombs of Nephren-Ka is a stand-out death metal release, expanding the genre's scope but staying true to its extreme, blood soaked roots. This release is a must for long time death metal fans and an excellent place for new listeners to begin. ~ Matthew Kantor, All Music Guide