Bury the Light
Pharaoh · 2012
48 min · 10 tracks · progressive metal
Progressive metal melodies intertwine with intricate rhythms and powerful vocals, creating an immersive sonic landscape.
Why this album works
The album received critical acclaim within the metal community, particularly for its musicianship and lyrical themes. It has been noted for its influence on subsequent progressive metal bands and remains a staple in discussions about the genre's evolution during the early 2010s.
- Best for
- long, immersive listening sessions dynamic emotional journeys layered, dense sonic textures
- Context
- Released on January 1, 2012, 'Bury the Light' is Pharaoh's third studio album, following their 2008 release 'Be Gone'. At this stage in their career, the band was solidifying their presence in the progressive metal scene, showcasing a more refined sound that balanced technicality with emotional depth.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Leave Me Here to Dream Standout 4:55
- 2 The Wolves 4:51
- 3 Castles in the Sky 5:02
- 4 The Year of the Blizzard 7:45
- 5 The Spider's Thread 4:04
- 6 Cry 4:22
- 7 Graveyard of Empires Standout 6:42
- 8 Burn With Me Standout 4:00
- 9 In Your Hands 5:07
- 10 The Spider's Thread (reprise) 1:34
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