Monolith
Sylosis · 2012
72 min · 11 tracks · thrash metal · melodic death metal
A furious blend of melodic death metal and thrash, merging intricate riffs with soaring melodies and relentless energy.
Monolith is an album by Sylosis, released in 2012. A furious blend of melodic death metal and thrash, merging intricate riffs with soaring melodies and relentless energy. 'Monolith' received positive reviews for its ambitious scope, debuting at number 17 on the UK Rock Chart and contributing to Sylosis's growing reputation in the melodic metal scene. The album's blend of complex arrangements and aggressive instrumentation influenced subsequent bands in the genre, solidifying Sylosis's status as key players in modern metal. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Monolith sound like?
A furious blend of melodic death metal and thrash, merging intricate riffs with soaring melodies and relentless energy. Rooted in thrash metal and melodic death metal.
What makes Monolith by Sylosis notable?
'Monolith' received positive reviews for its ambitious scope, debuting at number 17 on the UK Rock Chart and contributing to Sylosis's growing reputation in the melodic metal scene. The album's blend of complex arrangements and aggressive instrumentation influenced subsequent bands in the genre, solidifying Sylosis's status as key players in modern metal. Released in 2012, 'Monolith' is Sylosis's third studio album, following their breakthrough record 'Edge of the Earth' from 2011. This album marked a consolidation of their sound as they gained wider recognition within the metal community, showcasing their technical prowess and songwriting maturity.
How many songs are on Monolith?
Monolith has 11 tracks, running approximately 72 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 Out From Below Standout 6:58
- 2 Fear the World Standout 5:20
- 3 What Dwells Within 5:02
- 4 Behind the Sun 5:02
- 5 The River 5:33
- 6 Monolith Standout 5:03
- 7 Paradox 6:08
- 8 A Dying Vine 5:57
- 9 All Is Not Well 4:30
- 10 Born Anew 3:48
- 11 Enshrined 19:17
Release Date
January 1, 2012
Artist Origin
United Kingdom
Runtime
72 min 44 sec
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