Black Label Society - Order of the Black [2 LP Black Ice]
With Order Of The Black, Black Label Society is firing on all cylinders, delivering an imposing mix of hard-hitting riffs, soaring melodies and the inimitable guitar prowess of Zakk Wylde.
Released in 2010, the album marked one of the strongest entries in the band's discography, debuting at the top of several rock charts and showcasing a more expansive compositional approach without sacrificing its characteristic heaviness. Pressed here on double 140g Black Ice vinyl, this 2LP edition offers the album a presentation as bold and powerful as the music it contains.
From the galloping charge of Crazy Horse to the epic heft of Overlord, Wylde balances muscular metal with surprising emotional depth. Parade Of The Dead and Black Sunday bring thunderous grooves and massive hooks, while Godspeed Hell Bound and War Of Heaven demonstrate the band's ability to blend the aplomb of Southern rock with the intensity of modern heavy metal. Throughout the album, Wylde's vocals and guitar playing remain at the forefront, blending gravitas, melody and pure six-string power.
What sets Order Of The Black apart is its dynamic range. Beneath the distortion and aggression lies a strong melodic core, with more reflective moments like Time Waits For No One and January adding depth to the album's relentless energy. The result is a record that is both impactful and deeply personal.
For longtime fans and newcomers alike, this Black Ice pressing captures Black Label Society at a creative peak - heavy, heartfelt and unapologetically loud. A modern metal statement designed to shake the walls and reward repeated listens.
Track List
- Crazy Horse
- Overlord
- Parade of the Dead
- Darkest Days
- Black Sunday
- Southern Dissolution
- Time Waits for No One
- Godspeed Hell Bound
- War of Heaven
- Shallow Grave
- Chupacabra
- Riders of the Damned
- January