Les Chants de l'Aurore
Alcest · 2024
43 min · 7 tracks · black metal · post-metal
Ethereal melodies intertwine with atmospheric layers, creating a dreamlike soundscape that transcends the boundaries of metal.
Why this album works
'Les Chants de l'Aurore' has garnered significant attention for its innovative fusion of genres, further establishing Alcest within the post-metal scene. The album has been praised for its lush production and emotional depth, solidifying the band's status as pioneers in the genre.
- Best for
- long immersive listening sessions atmospheric background focus gradual builds and payoffs
- Context
- Released on June 21, 2024, 'Les Chants de l'Aurore' is Alcest's fifth studio album, following their critically acclaimed 'Spiritual Instinct' from 2019. The band, known for their unique blend of black metal and shoegaze influences, continues to evolve their sound while remaining rooted in their French origins.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Agalloch· Infant Island· Deafheaven
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Komorebi Standout 6:39
- 2 L’Envol Standout 8:02
- 3 Améthyste Standout 8:30
- 4 Flamme jumelle 5:17
- 5 Réminiscence 2:50
- 6 L’Enfant de la lune (月の子) 7:28
- 7 L’Adieu 4:52
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