Salvation
Cult of Luna · 2004
73 min · 8 tracks · post-metal
Dense, atmospheric soundscapes intertwine with haunting vocals, creating a meditative yet intense post-metal experience.
Why this album works
- Best for
- long immersive listening sessions gradual builds and payoffs dense atmospheric soundscapes
- Context
- Released on January 1, 2004, 'Salvation' is Cult of Luna's third studio album, following their critically acclaimed 'The Beyond.' At this point, the band was solidifying their identity within the post-metal genre while expanding their sonic palette and exploring deeper emotional themes.
- If you like
- post-metal
Salvation is an album by Cult of Luna, released in 2004. Dense, atmospheric soundscapes intertwine with haunting vocals, creating a meditative yet intense post-metal experience. 'Salvation' received widespread critical acclaim and is noted for its intricate composition and atmospheric depth, influencing a wave of post-metal bands. The album showcased the band's ability to blend heaviness with introspective moments, helping to elevate the genre's profile in the early 2000s. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Salvation sound like?
Dense, atmospheric soundscapes intertwine with haunting vocals, creating a meditative yet intense post-metal experience. Rooted in post-metal.
What makes Salvation by Cult of Luna notable?
'Salvation' received widespread critical acclaim and is noted for its intricate composition and atmospheric depth, influencing a wave of post-metal bands. The album showcased the band's ability to blend heaviness with introspective moments, helping to elevate the genre's profile in the early 2000s. Released on January 1, 2004, 'Salvation' is Cult of Luna's third studio album, following their critically acclaimed 'The Beyond.' At this point, the band was solidifying their identity within the post-metal genre while expanding their sonic palette and exploring deeper emotional themes.
Who is Salvation for?
Salvation works well if you're into long immersive listening sessions, gradual builds and payoffs and dense atmospheric soundscapes.
How many songs are on Salvation?
Salvation has 8 tracks, running approximately 73 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Echoes Standout 12:30
- 2 Vague Illusions 10:14
- 3 Leave Me Here Standout 7:15
- 4 Waiting for You 10:47
- 5 Adrift 7:19
- 6 White Cell 5:40
- 7 Crossing Over 8:32
- 8 Into the Beyond Standout 11:26
Release Date
January 1, 2004
Artist Origin
Sweden
Runtime
73 min 46 sec
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