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.
Why this album works
- Best for
- long, immersive listening sessions dynamic emotional journeys atmospheric background focus
- 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.
- If you like
- black metal, progressive metal, post-rock
Ashes Against the Grain is an album by Agalloch, released in 2006. A haunting blend of atmospheric black metal and dark folk, enveloping listeners in nature's desolation. 'Ashes Against the Grain' received widespread acclaim from critics upon its release, showcasing Agalloch's innovative approach to atmospheric music. The album achieved a notable position in various year-end lists and contributed to the band's influence in both the black metal and post-rock genres, marking them as pivotal figures in the evolution of atmospheric metal. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Ashes Against the Grain sound like?
A haunting blend of atmospheric black metal and dark folk, enveloping listeners in nature's desolation. Rooted in black metal and progressive metal.
What makes Ashes Against the Grain by Agalloch notable?
'Ashes Against the Grain' received widespread acclaim from critics upon its release, showcasing Agalloch's innovative approach to atmospheric music. The album achieved a notable position in various year-end lists and contributed to the band's influence in both the black metal and post-rock genres, marking them as pivotal figures in the evolution of atmospheric metal. 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.
Who is Ashes Against the Grain for?
Ashes Against the Grain works well if you're into long, immersive listening sessions, dynamic emotional journeys and atmospheric background focus.
How many songs are on Ashes Against the Grain?
Ashes Against the Grain has 8 tracks, running approximately 59 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Limbs Standout 9:51
- 2 Falling Snow Standout 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 Standout 5:25
- 7 Our Fortress Is Burning… II: Bloodbirds 6:21
- 8 Our Fortress Is Burning… III: The Grain 7:10
Release Date
August 8, 2006
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
59 min 51 sec
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