The Black Dahlia Murder - Nocturnal CD

The Black Dahlia Murder - Nocturnal CD

With “Nocturnal”, The Black Dahlia Murder delivered one of the most influential melodic death metal albums of the modern era. Originally released in 2007, the band’s third studio album marked a defining moment in their career and solidified their status as one of the most important forces in extreme metal.

Building upon the ferocity of their earlier work, Nocturnal refines The Black Dahlia Murder’s sound into a perfectly balanced fusion of blistering speed, razor-sharp riffing and darkly melodic songwriting. Twin guitar leads race across relentless blast beats, while Trevor Strnad’s unmistakable vocal performance shifts seamlessly between savage growls and piercing shrieks, pushing the intensity to its limits.

Tracks like “Everything Went Black,” “What a Horrible Night to Have a Curse,” and “Deathmask Divine” showcase the band at peak precision, combining technical aggression with instantly memorable hooks. The album’s pacing is relentless yet controlled, proving that extreme metal can be both punishing and addictive.

Lyrically and atmospherically, Nocturnal dives deep into themes of darkness, horror and nightmarish imagery, perfectly complementing its cold, menacing sound. The production enhances the album’s sharp edges without sacrificing clarity, allowing every riff, drum fill and vocal line to hit with maximum impact.

To this day, Nocturnal stands as a cornerstone of modern melodic death metal, a release that influenced countless bands and continues to resonate with new listeners discovering The Black Dahlia Murder’s legacy.

Why You’ll Love This Album

• You’re into melodic death metal with extreme speed and precision

• You appreciate iconic riffing and twin guitar harmonies

• You want a defining album of modern extreme metal

• You’re a fan of The Black Dahlia Murder’s classic era

Sound & Aesthetics Highlights

• Sound & Production:

  • Clean yet aggressive production

  • Razor-sharp guitars and powerful drum presence

  • Perfect balance between brutality and melody

• Musical Characteristics:

  • High-speed melodic death metal

  • Technical riffing and memorable leads

  • Intense vocal performance throughout

• Atmosphere & Mood:

  • Dark, nocturnal and sinister

  • Energetic and relentlessly aggressive

• For Fans Of:

  • Melodic death metal

  • Extreme metal with strong hooks

  • Fast, technical and aggressive songwriting

Product Details

• Artist: The Black Dahlia Murder

• Title: Nocturnal

• Format: CD (2014 Reissue)

• Genre: Melodic Death Metal

• Label: Metal Blade

Manufacturer information

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73049 Eislingen
Germany

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