Mabool
Orphaned Land · 2004
94 min · 17 tracks · death metal
A sweeping blend of progressive and folk metal, infused with Middle Eastern melodies and lyrical themes rooted in mythology.
Top tracks — play these first
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The Kiss of Babylon (The Sins) — This track exemplifies the band's unique sound, blending intricate guitar work with operatic vocals that encapsulate the album's thematic exploration of sin and redemption.
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Ocean Land (The Revelation) — With its haunting melodies and powerful lyrics, this track serves as a critical moment in the narrative arc of the album, marrying lush instrumentation with profound spirituality.
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Mabool (The Flood) — As the titular track, it captures the essence of the album’s story through dynamic shifts in tempo and mood, symbolizing destruction and rebirth.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- epic narratives that unfold gradually
- immersive storytelling with rich themes
- reflective moments amidst intense crescendos
- sweeping soundscapes for deep focus
- soulful melodies for introspective listening
Maybe skip if you
- prefer short, standalone tracks
- seek instant gratification in music
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2004, Mabool was Orphaned Land's third studio album and marked a significant evolution in their sound. Following the critically acclaimed El Norra Alila, this album showcased the band's ambition to blend heavy music with rich cultural narratives. It solidified their position as pioneers of oriental metal, bridging diverse musical influences.
- Stylistic neighbors
- My Dying Bride· Septicflesh· Amorphis
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Ocean Land (The Revelation)
The verses shift from personal reflection to grander existential questions about humanity's place in nature.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Birth of the Three (The Unification) 6:57
- 2 Ocean Land (The Revelation) 4:43
- 3 The Kiss of Babylon (The Sins) 7:23
- 4 A’salk 2:05
- 5 Halo Dies (The Wrath of God) 7:29
- 6 A Call to Awake (The Quest) 6:10
- 7 Building the Ark 5:02
- 8 Norra El Norra (Entering the Ark) 4:24
- 9 The Calm Before the Flood 4:25
- 10 Mabool (The Flood) 6:59
- 11 The Storm Still Rages Inside 9:20
- 12 Rainbow (The Resurrection) 3:01
Disc 2
- 1 The Evil Urge 3:28
- 2 A Neverending Way 3:14
- 3 Mercy 3:46
- 4 The Beloved’s Cry 6:42
- 5 The Orphaned’s Medley: My Requiem / Seasons Unite / Of Temptation Born / Orphaned Land, the Storm Still Rages Inside / Like Fire to Water / Flawless Belief / Joy 9:33
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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