Les enfants sauvages
Gojira · 2014
56 min · 13 tracks · progressive metal · groove metal · technical death metal
A turbulent blend of groove and progressive metal that channels raw emotion through intricate musicianship.
Why this album works
The album was praised for its ambitious compositions and deep lyrical themes, earning a nomination for Best Metal Performance at the Grammy Awards. Its influence extended into the progressive and technical metal scenes, inspiring a new generation of musicians with its unique sound and environmental advocacy.
- Best for
- dynamic emotional journeys long, immersive listening sessions wave-like pacing and builds
- Context
- Released in 2014, 'Les enfants sauvages' is Gojira's fifth studio album, following their critically acclaimed 'L'Enfant Sauvage'. At this point, the band had solidified their reputation in the metal scene, balancing technical prowess with environmental themes, which became a hallmark of their identity.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Intro 1:24
- 2 Explosia Standout 5:12
- 3 Flying Whales 5:23
- 4 Backbone 5:17
- 5 The Heaviest Matter of the Universe 4:43
- 6 L’Enfant sauvage Standout 3:37
- 7 Toxic Garbage Island Standout 4:43
- 8 Wisdom Comes 2:53
- 9 Jam 2:07
- 10 Oroborus 4:36
- 11 Drum Solo 3:14
- 12 The Axe 7:19
- 13 The Gift of Guilt 6:12
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