Phanerozoic I: Palaeozoic
The Ocean · 2018
47 min · 7 tracks · post-metal
An expansive post-metal journey through deep time, blending heavy instrumentation with ethereal melodies and intricate arrangements.
Why this album works
'Phanerozoic I: Palaeozoic' received widespread acclaim, charting in multiple countries and praised for its ambitious concept. It is noted for its unique blend of heavy metal and progressive elements, influencing subsequent post-metal releases and further establishing The Ocean as a leading force in the genre.
- Career context
- By the time 'Phanerozoic I: Palaeozoic' was released in 2018, The Ocean had solidified their presence in the post-metal scene with several acclaimed albums. This album marked a return after their ambitious conceptual work 'Pelagial' (2013), showcasing an evolution in their sound while continuing to explore thematic depth and complex musical structures.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Infant Island· Junius· Deafheaven
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The Cambrian Explosion 1:54
- 2 Cambrian II: Eternal Recurrence Standout 7:51
- 3 Ordovicium: The Glaciation of Gondwana 4:49
- 4 Silurian: Age of Sea Scorpions 9:36
- 5 Devonian: Nascent 11:05
- 6 The Carboniferous Rainforest Collapse Standout 3:08
- 7 Permian: The Great Dying Standout 9:22
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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