Halo
Amorphis · 2022
116 min · 22 tracks · progressive metal · melodic death metal · folk metal
A rich tapestry of melodic death metal layered with folk influences and atmospheric soundscapes.
Why this album works
'Halo' received critical acclaim, with many reviews highlighting its blend of heavy riffs and melodic passages. It debuted at number one on the Finnish Albums Chart, showcasing Amorphis's strong domestic following and further establishing their influence in the metal scene.
- Best for
- long, immersive listening sessions dynamic emotional journeys atmospheric background focus
- Context
- Released on February 11, 2022, 'Halo' marks Amorphis's thirteenth studio album, following their celebrated record 'Queen of Time' from 2018. At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their reputation as a leading force in the melodic death metal genre while continuing to explore new musical territories and thematic elements.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Dark the Suns· Septicflesh· Ensiferum
- If this clicks, go next to
- Queen of Time — Continues the blend of melodic elements and atmospheric soundscapes from Halo.
Tracklist
New here? Start with "Northwards".
Disc 1
- 1 Northwards Start here 5:30
- 2 On the Dark Waters Standout 4:47
- 3 The Moon 5:57
- 4 Windmane Standout 4:49
- 5 A New Land 4:36
- 6 When the Gods Came 4:56
- 7 Seven Roads Come Together 5:38
- 8 War 5:24
- 9 Halo Standout 4:40
- 10 The Wolf 4:36
- 11 My Name Is Night 4:43
- 12 The River Song 4:29
Disc 2
- 1 Death of a King 6:42
- 2 Sacrifice 4:07
- 3 Amongst Stars 4:59
- 4 Sky Is Mine 4:37
- 5 Message in the Amber 6:48
- 6 Her Alone 6:54
- 7 The Castaway 5:57
- 8 Grain of Sand 4:59
- 9 Hopeless Days 5:46
- 10 We Accursed 5:10
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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