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Released 20 years ago

Live VI

Isis · 2006

74 min · 9 tracks · progressive metal · art rock · post-metal

A sprawling sonic journey blending atmospheric soundscapes with heavy, intricate riffs and introspective vocals.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • gradual build to emotional climax
  • introspective sounds for deep reflection
  • sprawling sonic landscapes to explore
  • immersive listening for long journeys

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer short, standalone tracks
  • seek instant gratification in music

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2006, 'Live VI' captures Isis during a period of critical acclaim following their breakthrough album 'Oceanic' (2002). This live recording showcases the band's evolution as they embraced longer compositions and dynamic performances, solidifying their status in the post-metal genre.
Stylistic neighbors
Pelican· Cult of Luna· Neurosis

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Hive Destruction 5:41
  • 2 So Did We 8:32
  • 3 Not in Rivers, but in Drops 8:03
  • 4 Gentle Time 6:51
  • 5 In Fiction 11:12
  • 6 Holy Tears 7:07
  • 7 Weight 13:42
  • 8 Red Sea 7:39
  • 9 Carry 5:53

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