Anno 1696
Insomnium · 2023
50 min · 8 tracks · melodic death metal
Heavy melodic death metal intertwines with atmospheric elements, telling haunting tales from a dark historical past.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- long, immersive listening sessions
- dynamic emotional journeys
- atmospheric background focus
- gradual builds and payoffs
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on February 24, 2023, 'Anno 1696' is Insomnium's seventh studio album, following their critically acclaimed 'Heart Like a Grave' from 2019. At this point in their career, the band had solidified their place in the melodic death metal scene, blending intricate melodies with somber themes inspired by Finnish history and folklore.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Swallow the Sun· Dark Tranquillity· Amorphis
- If this clicks, go next to
- Heart Like a Grave — Continues the heavy melodic style with rich atmospheres and storytelling.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 1696 6:18
- 2 White Christ 6:03
- 3 Godforsaken 8:35
- 4 Lilian 4:29
- 5 Starless Paths 7:48
- 6 The Witch Hunter 5:43
- 7 The Unrest 3:52
- 8 The Rapids 7:38
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