Bonus Midsommar Madness: The Saga of Quorthon and Bathory...

Bonus Midsommar Madness: The Saga of Quorthon and Bathory...

Author: Eric Schwartz June 16, 2025 Duration: 1:16:18

Wherein Eric and John surprise the world with a midsummer bonus episode dedicated to the life and times of one of the most important metal artists of all time, Quorthon, and his legendary black metal/Viking metal band Bathory.


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Click on the links below for all the music listening/video breaks in this episode:


Listening Break #1: "Sacrifice" early version from the Scandinavian Metal Attack compilation (1984)- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5J5w-DrR1po


Bonus listening: Want to compare the earlier version of "Sacrifice" directly with the classic version from the self-titled debut (1984)? Here it is: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OZvD4CV4QDM


Listening break #2: “The Return of Darkness and Evil" from The Return...of the Darkness and Evil (1985)- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I0wzwQgvpoA


Listening break #3: “Woman of Dark Desires" from Under the Sign of the Black Mark (1987)-

⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uryRdqFdvhw


Listening break #4: "A Fine Day to Die" from Blood Fire Death (1988)- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_ghJQzNDihA


Video Break #1: "One Rode to Asa Bay" from Hammerheart (1990)- ⁠https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cE-UIbpag3I


Twilight of the Gods (1991) rules. You really should check out "Under the Ruins": https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mfsXRtbK48I


Listening break #5: "Oh No No" by Quorthon from Album (1994) -

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ejiDqpaZVnk


Listening break #6: "Nordland" from Nordland I (2002)- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z4Dr3HZltLg


Listening break #7: "Song to Hall Up High" by Jennie Tebler (w/Quorthon) from the Silverwing single (2005)- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pWBEdtG0-OY


RIP Quorthon (1966-2004). Gone but never forgotten.


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Dive into the thunderous world of Heavy Metal 101, a monthly podcast hosted by Eric Schwartz. Each episode is a journey through the loud, complex, and often misunderstood history of heavy metal music. Eric, armed with deep expertise, is joined by his friend John, who brings a fresh, curious perspective as a relative newcomer to the genre. Together, they don't just recount facts; they explore the cultural shifts, argue about iconic bands and subgenres, and discuss the very essence of what makes metal resonate so powerfully. Their dynamic-one an expert, the other a novice-creates a uniquely engaging conversation that is as educational as it is entertaining. Whether you're a lifelong headbanger or someone who just wonders what all the noise is about, you'll find a place here. You'll hear breakdowns of seminal albums, explorations of metal's roots in blues and classical music, and lively debates about everything from New Wave of British Heavy Metal to death metal's technical evolution. This isn't a dry lecture; it's a passionate, sometimes heated, dialogue between friends. New installments of the podcast arrive on the third Monday of every month, offering a regular dose of riff-laden history and analysis. Tune in to Heavy Metal 101 for a crash course in power chords, mythology, and musical rebellion, all delivered with a genuine love for the subject. It's a deep dive into the stories behind the sound, making the vast landscape of heavy metal accessible and thrilling for anyone who listens.
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