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Ashes Against the Grain

Agalloch · 2006

59 min · 8 tracks · black metal · progressive metal · post-rock

A haunting blend of atmospheric black metal and dark folk, enveloping listeners in nature's desolation.

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 August 8, 2006, 'Ashes Against the Grain' was Agalloch's third full-length album, following their critically acclaimed second album 'The Mantle' (2002). At this point in their career, Agalloch had solidified their unique sound, merging elements of black metal with folk influences, gaining a dedicated fanbase and recognition within the underground metal scene.
Stylistic neighbors
Alcest· Wolves in the Throne Room· Opeth

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Limbs 9:51
  • 2 Falling Snow 9:38
  • 3 This White Mountain on Which You Will Die 1:39
  • 4 Fire Above, Ice Below 10:29
  • 5 Not Unlike the Waves 9:16
  • 6 Our Fortress Is Burning… I 5:25
  • 7 Our Fortress Is Burning… II: Bloodbirds 6:21
  • 8 Our Fortress Is Burning… III: The Grain 7:10

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