What does Isa sound like?

A mesmerizing blend of black metal intensity and progressive soundscapes that evoke Norse mythology. Rooted in black metal and progressive metal. Start with "Lunar Force".

Is Isa a good place to start with Enslaved?

Yes, Isa is recommended as a starting point for new Enslaved listeners. A mesmerizing blend of black metal intensity and progressive soundscapes that evoke Norse mythology. By the time 'Isa' was released in January 2004, Enslaved had established themselves as a significant force in the Norwegian black metal scene, following their acclaimed 2001 album 'Monumension'. This fourth studio album marked a continuation of their artistic evolution, incorporating more progressive elements and complex arrangements while maintaining their black metal roots.

Isa works well if you're into dynamic emotional journeys, long immersive listening sessions and gradual builds and payoffs.

How many songs are on Isa?

Isa has 10 tracks, running approximately 51 minutes.

Isa

Enslaved · 2004

51 min · 10 tracks · black metal · progressive metal

A mesmerizing blend of black metal intensity and progressive soundscapes that evoke Norse mythology.

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Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

dynamic emotional journeys
long immersive listening sessions
gradual builds and payoffs
atmospheric background focus

Where this album fits

Themes: Norse mythology· time and nature
Career context: By the time 'Isa' was released in January 2004, Enslaved had established themselves as a significant force in the Norwegian black metal scene, following their acclaimed 2001 album 'Monumension'. This fourth studio album marked a continuation of their artistic evolution, incorporating more progressive elements and complex arrangements while maintaining their black metal roots.
Stylistic neighbors: Opeth· Agalloch· Ne Obliviscaris
If this clicks, go next to: Ruun — Continues the blend of progressive elements with intense metal, expanding on themes from Isa.
Sounds like this from elsewhere: Blackwater Park by Opeth — Shares a complex blend of progressive metal and dark atmospheres, invoking a similar mythic depth.

The Mantle by Agalloch — Combines black metal intensity with expansive, atmospheric soundscapes reflecting nature and mythology.

Beyond the Permafrost by Skeletonwitch — Delivers a fusion of melodic black metal and intricate arrangements, resonating with themes of the Norse spirit.