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Submitted by Digikryst on 9/1/2003

Dimmu Borgir unleash the long awaited follow-up to 2001's masterpiece 'Puritanical Euphoric Misanthropia', entitled 'Death Cult Armageddon'. This is an album thick with orchestration and melody as well as the signature Dimmu Borgir shred. Vocally, the role of Vortex has been lessened on DCA but his effectiveness has not been diminished. Shagrath sounds wonderfully evil this time out, and much of the circus-ish "Maelstrom Mephisto" style vocals have been dropped to give this record a more mature, consistent sound. Dimmu's song writing skills have been honed to a sharp edge, and the epic tendencies of the band are on display as never before on tracks such as 'Progenies of the Great Apocalypse'. This is a monstrous track, heavy with symphonic layering and a wonderful vocal break by Vortex. Another cool aspect of the album is Dimmu's inclusion of their native tongue on a few of the songs. This gives the album a timeless feel, and will surely alienate the band further from the mainstream (thankfully). Bands such as Dimmu Borgir belong to the few passionate lovers of true metal, regardless of whether you consider them a Black metal act or not. The truth is that Dimmu are far beyond generic classification and deserve the respect and admiration of the all-time greats of metal. This is, by far, my pick for album of the year. 10/10.

Submitted by devils son on 12/1/2003

THIS ALBUM IS ONE HELL OF A PIECE OF CRAP DO NOT BIY THIS SHIT YICKES, BUY OPETH OR SEOMTHIN!

Submitted by Aarakyn on 2/14/2004

This album is for me one of best! It contain my favorite part of Dimmu Borgir but some parts are boring.
I think it's their 3rd best album after Enthrone Drakness Triumphant and Puritanical euphoric misanthropia!

Submitted by Sam Allen on 6/10/2004

Dimmu Borgir have done it again! They have destroyed the world with another punishingly heavy, yet pleasantly melodic, orchestra-driven record that breaks many sound barriers. It includes unbelievable orchestration, along with excellent bass playing by the one and only Vortex. The guitar playing, I admit, could use some work, but it still has rhythm. The vocals are amazing. Both Shagrath's high pitched screams and Vortex's clean backing vocals blend in to the agressive and melodic double guitar mayhem of Galdar and Silenoz, backed up by the roaring rhythm of bassist Vortex, drummer Nick Barker, and keyboardist Mustis.

Highlights of the album: "Progenies Of The Great Apocalypse" is definetely my favorite song on the album, and, while the song was trimmed down a bit, it also made a killer music video that was aired for quite some time on the Headbanger's Ball (a devil horn salute would be customary). Also, the blending in of the buzzing effects that lead into "Lepers Among Us" right after "Progenies" ends is very well mixed. Also, I do enjoy tracks "Vredesbyrd" and "Allehelgens Dod I Helveds Rike," for they are both in Norwegian, so even though I don't understand a word of what they are saying, it is especially great because of that.

One more thing before I go: I eagerly await going to Ozzfest and seeing them live. Perhaps, if some miraculous coincedence occurs, we'll bump into Shagrath! Who knows? Anyway, if you are sick of the radio stuff and are looking for something new, here's a starter.

Submitted by Freak Nosferatu on 8/11/2004

First and foremost Dimmu are not a sell-out Black metal band. They simply introduce a different feel to Black metal. One must have an open mind when listening to this album. It contains amazing songwriting and Dimmu display their incredible musical talent augmented by an impressive ochestra. The ochestra really augments the magestic feel that dimmu give off. In my opinion it isnt their most impressive album, my favorite being Enthrone Darkness Triumphant, but it is certanly one of their best, and defenitly one of the best Orchestral Black metal cds available. To the sceptics out there, anyone of you who are even remotly willing to try out something new give this album a try.

Submitted by Grim_Raker on 8/20/2005

Dimmu Borgir are the greatest black metal band of all time, and this album is no exception. definitely get it

Submitted by Sir Abigor on 11/3/2005

I've listened to this album a few times, and I have to say that they are so much better than Cradle Of Filth, there is no stupid vampire theme in their music at all. They stand out from the rest...best I've heard in years.
marc of the wintermoon

Submitted by Sir Abigor on 11/3/2005

I've listened to this album a few times, and I have to say that they are so much better than Cradle Of Filth, there is no stupid vampire theme in their music at all. They stand out from the rest...best I've heard in years.
marc of the wintermoon