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Death of a Dead Day

Sikth · 2006

53 min · 12 tracks · progressive metal

A chaotic blend of intricate guitar work and dynamic vocals that challenges the boundaries of progressive metal.

Death of a Dead Day is an album by Sikth, released in 2006. A chaotic blend of intricate guitar work and dynamic vocals that challenges the boundaries of progressive metal. This album is notable for its critical acclaim, receiving praise from outlets like Metal Hammer and Rock Sound for its ambitious songwriting. It has since influenced a generation of progressive metal bands, particularly within the UK scene, and has been recognized as a cult classic in the genre. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Death of a Dead Day sound like?

A chaotic blend of intricate guitar work and dynamic vocals that challenges the boundaries of progressive metal. Rooted in progressive metal.

What makes Death of a Dead Day by Sikth notable?

This album is notable for its critical acclaim, receiving praise from outlets like Metal Hammer and Rock Sound for its ambitious songwriting. It has since influenced a generation of progressive metal bands, particularly within the UK scene, and has been recognized as a cult classic in the genre. When 'Death of a Dead Day' was released in January 2006, Sikth was solidifying their position as innovators within the progressive metal scene, following their critically acclaimed debut album 'The Trees Are Dead & Dried Out'. This release marked a significant evolution in their sound, showcasing both complexity and accessibility as they built on their earlier experimentation.

How many songs are on Death of a Dead Day?

Death of a Dead Day has 12 tracks, running approximately 53 minutes.

Tracklist

12 tracks·53:52

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

  • 1 Bland Street Bloom Standout 5:40
  • 2 Flogging the Horses 3:32
  • 3 Way Beyond the Fond Old River 5:02
  • 4 Summer Rain 3:35
  • 5 In This Light 4:24
  • 6 Sanguine Seas of Bigotry Standout 4:17
  • 7 Mermaid Slur 0:47
  • 8 When the Moment's Gone Standout 5:59
  • 9 Part of the Friction 5:13
  • 10 Where Do We Fall? 4:40
  • 11 Another Sinking Ship 4:02
  • 12 As the Earth Spins Round 6:36

Release Date

January 1, 2006

Genre

progressive metal

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Artist Origin

United Kingdom

Runtime

53 min 52 sec