Fauna cover

Fauna

Haken · 2023

124 min · 18 tracks · progressive metal · progressive rock

A vibrant tapestry of progressive metal that intertwines intricate melodies with atmospheric soundscapes.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic progression with peaks
  • wave-like pacing for immersion
  • instrumental tracks enhance atmosphere
  • thoughtful listening for reflection
  • vibrant soundscapes for exploration

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer short, standalone tracks
  • seek instant gratification

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on March 3, 2023, 'Fauna' is Haken's sixth studio album, following their acclaimed record 'Vector' from 2018. This release showcases the band's ongoing evolution within the progressive metal genre, reflecting a blend of complexity and accessibility that has defined their career trajectory.
Stylistic neighbors
Leprous· Between the Buried and Me· Symphony X

Tracklist

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

Disc 1

  • 1 Taurus 4:49
  • 2 Nightingale 7:25
  • 3 The Alphabet of Me 5:34
  • 4 Sempiternal Beings 8:24
  • 5 Beneath the White Rainbow 6:45
  • 6 Island in the Clouds 5:46
  • 7 Lovebite 3:49
  • 8 Elephants Never Forget 11:07
  • 9 Eyes of Ebony 8:32

Disc 2

  • 1 Taurus (instrumental) 4:49
  • 2 Nightingale (instrumental) 7:25
  • 3 The Alphabet of Me (instrumental) 5:34
  • 4 Sempiternal Beings (instrumental) 8:24
  • 5 Beneath the White Rainbow (instrumental) 6:45
  • 6 Island in the Clouds (instrumental) 5:46
  • 7 Lovebite (instrumental) 3:49
  • 8 Elephants Never Forget (instrumental) 11:07
  • 9 Eyes of Ebony (instrumental) 8:32

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