Burial
Extol · 1998
62 min · 12 tracks · progressive metal
Progressive metal intricacies intertwine with atmospheric elements, creating a haunting auditory experience that challenges and captivates.
Top tracks — play these first
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Celestial Completion — This track exemplifies the fusion of complex rhythms and intricate melodies, capturing the essence of Extol's musical vision and thematic depth.
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Burial — The title track serves as a pivotal moment on the album, blending aggressive instrumentation with reflective lyrics that explore themes of sacrifice and redemption.
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Reflections of a Broken Soul — This song stands out for its emotional intensity and dynamic shifts, illustrating the band's ability to combine heaviness with introspective moments.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic journey with emotional peaks
- philosophical themes for deep reflection
- wave-like pacing that captivates attention
- haunting melodies for introspective moments
- immersive experience through complex arrangements
Maybe skip if you
- instant gratification seekers
- casual listeners of standalone tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1998, 'Burial' is Extol's second album, following their debut 'Immortal' from 1997. At this point, the band was solidifying their presence in the progressive metal scene, showcasing their technical prowess and deepening lyrical themes.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Ocean· Between the Buried and Me· Opeth
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Into Another Dimension 1:26
- 2 Celestial Completion 6:13
- 3 Burial 4:48
- 4 Renhetens Elv 6:21
- 5 Superior 5:08
- 6 Reflections of a Broken Soul 7:31
- 7 Justified 5:19
- 8 Embraced 3:43
- 9 Innbydelse 4:58
- 10 Tears of Bitterness 7:27
- 11 Work of Art 5:22
- 12 Jesus kom til jorden for å dø 3:44
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