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Chaosphere

Meshuggah · 1998

47 min · 8 tracks · progressive metal · extreme metal · avant-garde metal

A relentless barrage of polyrhythmic chaos intertwined with haunting melodies and angular riffs.

Why this album works

'Chaosphere' is significant for its influence on the djent movement, paving the way for a generation of progressive metal bands. The album received widespread critical acclaim, noted for its innovative approach to rhythm and structure, and is often cited in discussions about the evolution of extreme metal.
Best for
steady relentless rhythmic complexity immersive journey through chaos haunting melodies with angular riffs
Context
Released in 1998, 'Chaosphere' marks Meshuggah's fourth studio album, following their critically acclaimed 'Destroy Erase Improve.' At this point, the band was solidifying its reputation in the extreme metal scene, pushing boundaries with their complex time signatures and aggressive sound.
Stylistic neighbors
Voyager· Jinjer· Loathe

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Concatenation 4:17
  • 2 New Millennium Cyanide Christ Standout 5:35
  • 3 Corridor of Chameleons 5:02
  • 4 Neurotica 5:19
  • 5 The Mouth Licking What You’ve Bled Standout 3:57
  • 6 Sane 3:48
  • 7 The Exquisite Machinery of Torture 3:55
  • 8 Elastic Standout 15:30

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