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Released 20 years ago

Samsara

Yakuza · 2006

50 min · 10 tracks · progressive metal

A dense fusion of progressive metal and world music, steeped in complex rhythms and atmospheric textures.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic emotional journeys
  • long, immersive listening sessions
  • layered, dense sonic textures
  • gradual builds and payoffs

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on January 1, 2006, 'Samsara' is Yakuza's third studio album, following their critically acclaimed 'Way of the Dead.' At this point in their career, Yakuza was solidifying their reputation for blending heavy metal with diverse musical influences, showcasing a more ambitious sound that would further distinguish them within the progressive metal scene.
Stylistic neighbors
Deep Forest· Green Carnation· Coroner

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Cancer of Industry 3:02
  • 2 Plecostomus 3:37
  • 3 Monkeytail 5:23
  • 4 Transmission Ends... Signal Lost 1:27
  • 5 Dishonor 5:19
  • 6 20 Bucks 5:01
  • 7 Exterminator 7:25
  • 8 Just Say Know 2:57
  • 9 Glory Hole 6:57
  • 10 Back to the Mountain 9:02

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