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Lords of Chaos: Bloody Rise of the Satanic Metal Underground [Paperback]

Michael Moynihan , Didrik Soderlind
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  • Paperback: 364 pages
  • Publisher: Feral House,U.S. (13 May 1998)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0922915482
  • ISBN-13: 978-0922915484
  • Product Dimensions: 22.6 x 15 x 2.3 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (21 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 954,738 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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An insight into the minds of the Heavy Metal Satanists.

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19 of 20 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars non more black? 28 Mar 2002
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I have to admit to not being a strict black metal fan, although I certainly find the scene terribly intriuging.Moynihan and Soderlind offer up a compelling,intelligent and ultimatley insightful book on the relatively untapped Norwegian black metal underworld.
Focusing on the prime movers of the scene,the book sees through the sadisitc and childish behaviour of some of these unsavoury characters and tries to discover possible motives for thier bizarre and awful crimes aswell as serving as a who's who of a small but powerful genre.A book thats hard to put down for it's sheer dedication for it's subject and the often (not meant) hilarious quotes from band members!
Having said that, it seems fitting that through-out the book it sustains a constant dark and eerie feel,some sections are downright shocking.A must for anyone with a love (or should that be hate?) for any type of music.Unlikely to be bettered!
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As anyone reading this will no doubt already be aware, black metal's notoriety reached its peak in the mid-nineties following a spate of well-publicised church burnings and the murder of one its leading figures. `Lords of Chaos' documents the rise of the black metal scene in Norway, as well as exploring the profound effect it had elsewhere (notably, Europe and America) and as such this is a book no self-respecting black metal fan should be without. But even for those with no interest in metal - black or otherwise - 'Lords of Chaos' makes for a truly fascinating, chilling read...

In a clear, well-researched style, the authors, Michael Moynihan and Didrik Soderlind, provide an insight into the cultural, socio- and psychological factors which helped create the scene and inform the mindset of its earliest and most uncompromising advocates. What sets this book apart from the average rock biog - aside from the subject matter - is the genuine, first-hand feel its authors have managed to create, thanks largely to their own hard work in gaining access to those directly involved in the events described, and the subsequent rawness of the interviews conducted. And, despite the extremity of many of the viewpoints expressed within this book, the authors remain objective and non-judgmental throughout, leaving the reader to draw his or her own conclusions.

Highly recommended.

Matt Pucci
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This book, has to be one of the only books which thoroughly explain the history of Black Metal and its founders. Writing about legendary bands such as Mayhem, Burzum, etc. It explains the violence behind the music and has conclusions which will leave you thinking. A definite must-have for ANY black metal die-hard fan or even newbie to the scene. - Digital
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5.0 out of 5 stars Great Book
I currently writing an essay about the rise of black metal in Norway and this book is amazing for information and use of reference. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Ryan Green
5.0 out of 5 stars Great stuff
the best book about the origins and development of the Black metal's original land,and its influence untill the nowadays.Great book.
Published 1 month ago by JORDI BELTRAN GILI
5.0 out of 5 stars for all lovers of black metal underground satanique , this is the book...
the book himself capture the glory days of black metal . when is was feared , when is was underground and not commercial , not like today when you see most bands ( if not all ! Read more
Published 2 months ago by Mr. M. Balde
5.0 out of 5 stars Nice read
It is a very nice book, but I think that it is a tough and easy-to-misunderstand read if you are not open to the mechanics of Metal
Published 11 months ago by Sweepstakes
3.0 out of 5 stars For the hardcore fan only.
I can't say I'm a big fan of black metal music: There are some good records out there but I'm more a Death & Thrash man. Read more
Published 22 months ago by Mr. Simon J. Harpham
5.0 out of 5 stars Great piece of History
Absolutely necessary to understand what happen in Norway back in the beginning of the 90s with metal bands and their "hobbies" after playing music. Read more
Published on 2 Jan 2011 by Noelo
3.0 out of 5 stars Good, but not great
It starts off quite interesting, looking at things like black metal's history and the most important musicians in the genre. Read more
Published on 11 Dec 2009 by A. Cummings
4.0 out of 5 stars Fascinating insights into a fascinating movement
Having had ordered this book from W H Smiths and never recieved it (and upon phoning to chase it up being informed that there were none in stock) I was pleasantly surprised to... Read more
Published on 18 July 2009 by E. Davies
2.0 out of 5 stars Not enough emphasis on music...
The first half of the book is actually an enjoyable read, which explores the beginnings of the Black Metal genre (I hate the word 'scene'), looking at the significance of bands... Read more
Published on 28 April 2008 by B. Aggro
4.0 out of 5 stars very very good
lords of chaos:the bloody rise of the satanic metal underground is a book that delves into the darkest depths of the metal world in the forms of two key genres within,mainly black... Read more
Published on 25 Oct 2006 by sean paul mccann
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