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RIITIIR

Enslaved · 2012

118 min · 9 tracks · black metal · progressive metal

Progressive black metal intricately weaves atmospheric melodies with relentless rhythms and philosophical lyricism.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • gradual build to intense climax
  • philosophical themes for deep reflection
  • immersive experience for late nights
  • layered melodies with relentless rhythms

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer quick, catchy tracks
  • seek instant gratification

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2012, 'RIITIIR' marked Enslaved's twelfth studio album, showcasing their evolution into a more progressive sound. Following the critical success of 'Axioma Ethica Odini,' the band continued to blend their roots with experimentation, solidifying their position within the modern metal landscape.
Stylistic neighbors
Opeth· Agalloch· Ne Obliviscaris

Tracklist

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

Disc 1

  • 1 Thoughts Like Hammers 9:30
  • 2 Death in the Eyes of Dawn 8:16
  • 3 Veilburner 6:45
  • 4 Roots of the Mountain 9:16
  • 5 RIITIIR 5:26
  • 6 Materal 7:48
  • 7 Storm of Memories 8:58
  • 8 Forsaken 11:14

Disc 2

  • 1 “Behind the Veil” – The Making of “RIITIIR”: The Band, the Studios, the Artwork 51:10

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