After cover

After

Ihsahn · 2010

53 min · 17 tracks · progressive metal · folk metal · symphonic black metal

A haunting blend of progressive metal and symphonic elements, rich with introspective themes and intricate compositions.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic emotional journeys
  • long immersive listening sessions
  • atmospheric background focus
  • gradual builds and payoffs

Where this album fits

Career context
Upon the release of 'After' in 2010, Ihsahn was firmly established as a solo artist following his departure from the influential black metal band Emperor. This album marked his fourth solo release, showcasing a continued evolution in his sound that blended heavy metal with progressive and avant-garde influences.
Stylistic neighbors
Emperor· Opeth· Enslaved

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

Disc 1

  • 1 The Barren Lands 5:13
  • 2 A Grave Inversed 4:25
  • 3 After 4:48
  • 4 Frozen Lakes on Mars 5:55
  • 5 Undercurrent 10:00
  • 6 Austere 6:17
  • 7 Heaven’s Black Sea 6:16
  • 8 On the Shores 10:12

Disc 2

  • 1 About After – Interview With Ihsahn
  • 2 The Making Of – 3 Chaptered Studio Reports
  • 3 Invocation
  • 4 Called by the Fire
  • 5 Scarab
  • 6 Emancipation
  • 7 Unhealer
  • 8 Misanthrope
  • 9 Thus Spake the Nightspirit

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