THE 1998 THIRD STUDIO ALBUM OF STELLAR DARK & SYMPHONIC BLACK METAL FROM KATATONIA’S ANDERS NYSTRÖM

‘Nightwork’ was the third album by Diabolical Masquerade. It was recorded at The Sanctuary in April 1998 and saw a release later that year. The album was produced by Dan Swanö (Opeth, Katatonia) and Blakkheim. Although a solo-project, Blakkheim enlisted the help of Dan Swanö to perform the drums, as well as contributing with some keyboards and backing vocals.

Diabolical Masquerade was based primarily around symphonic/melodic black metal; creating eerie atmospheres through keyboards and utilizing more high energy & technical compositions than those of his main band, with complex patterns of riffs and hooks. This particular album saw a greater integration of synths than previously, to convey a strong horror theme. To further expand this atmosphere, cello and flute were also incorporated.

Track List
1. Rider On The Bonez
2. Dreadventurouz
3. The Zkeleton Keyz To The Dead
4. Thiz Ghoultimate Omen
5. All Onboard The Perdition Hearze!
6. he Eerie Obzidian Circuz
7. Haunted by Horror

Bonus track
8. Cryztalline Fiends