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Phase 3: Thrones and Dominions

Earth · 1995

55 min · 8 tracks · drone metal

A sprawling soundscape where heavy, hypnotic drones entwine with intricate layers of experimental textures.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • heavy hypnotic drone exploration
  • gradual build to immersive climax
  • patient listening for deep focus
  • sprawling soundscapes for introspection

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer immediate musical gratification
  • avoid lengthy, evolving compositions

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on April 25, 1995, 'Phase 3: Thrones and Dominions' is Earth’s third studio album, following their influential landmark 'Earth 2.' At this point, the band was solidifying their reputation within the drone metal genre, moving away from traditional song structures towards more avant-garde compositions. The album showcases a marked evolution in their sound, embracing longer instrumental explorations.
Stylistic neighbors
Boris· Sleep· Nadja

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Harvey 2:54
  • 2 Tibetan Quaaludes 7:43
  • 3 Lullaby (take 2: How Dry I Am) 3:15
  • 4 Song 4 2:50
  • 5 Site Specific Carnivorous Occurence 8:41
  • 6 Phase 3: Agni Detonating Over the Thar Desert… 12:28
  • 7 Thrones and Dominions 14:21
  • 8 Song 6 (chime) 2:48

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