What makes Grief's Infernal Flower by Windhand notable?

Grief's Infernal Flower received widespread acclaim from critics, landing on several year-end lists as one of the best metal albums of 2015. The album's rich production and emotional depth contributed to its strong influence on the modern doom metal genre, inspiring both established and emerging artists in the scene. Released in January 2015, Grief's Infernal Flower is Windhand's third studio album, following their critically acclaimed 2013 release, Soma. At this point, the band had solidified their presence in the doom metal scene with a distinctive sound marked by layers of dense guitar work and ethereal vocals.

How many songs are on Grief's Infernal Flower?

Grief's Infernal Flower has 9 tracks, running approximately 71 minutes.

Grief's Infernal Flower

Windhand · 2015

71 min · 9 tracks · doom metal

Heavy, immersive riffs weave through haunting melodies, creating an expansive and ethereal atmosphere that envelops the listener.

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Forest Clouds — This track showcases the band's ability to blend heavy riffs with atmospheric soundscapes, highlighting dynamic shifts that enhance its emotional weight.
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Hesperus — At over fourteen minutes long, this epic track encapsulates the essence of the album with its gradual build-up and melancholic undertones, offering a deep listening experience.
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Two Urns — As the opening track, it sets the tone for the album with its slow-burning intensity and haunting vocal delivery, establishing an immersive atmosphere.

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67 /100

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Higher than 91% of albums we've rated

The album features heavy riffs and ethereal melodies, creating a cohesive and immersive doom metal experience.

What we noticed

The first track opens with a slow, heavy riff that gradually builds in intensity, setting a dark tone for the album.
Each song features extended instrumental sections where the guitars create layered textures, often accompanied by ethereal vocals that float above the mix.
The album's pacing is deliberate, with several tracks exceeding six minutes, allowing for immersive exploration of themes and motifs.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 8/10
Durability 25% of the score: 7/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 7/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 8/10

Influence 6/10

Significant within its genre. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Tracklist

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

1 Two Urns 8:12
2 Forest Clouds 9:11
3 Crypt Key 5:39
4 Tanngrisnir 5:36
5 Sparrow 4:46
6 Hyperion 5:29
7 Hesperus 14:26
8 Kingfisher 14:19
9 Aition 3:32

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