Enthroned

The Profile

Enthroned is a Belgian black metal band formed in the early 1990s. Their debut album Prophecies Of Pagan Fire was released in 1995 and is often cited as part of the second-generation black metal wave.

Associated with second-generation black metal; early work blends Norwegian symphonic and theatrical horror elements. Debut album released in 1995.

DeBaser's review frames Enthroned's 1995 Prophecies Of Pagan Fire as an early second-generation Belgian black metal album that bridges Norwegian symphonic influences and theatrical horror. The reviewer praises the band's riffing and historical importance while criticizing standardized imagery and lightweight lyrical content. Overall the record is recommended for its odd innovations and atmosphere. Rating given: 4/5.