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The Flesh Alive

Gojira · 2012

230 min · 43 tracks · progressive metal · groove metal · technical death metal

A relentless fusion of technical precision and primal energy, showcasing Gojira's mastery of groove and complexity.

Why this album works

'The Flesh Alive' is significant for its representation of Gojira's powerful live performances, which have become a hallmark of their identity. It received critical acclaim for its immersive sound quality and energetic delivery, contributing to Gojira's growing fanbase and influence within the metal community, particularly evident in festivals like Download and Hellfest.
Best for
dynamic journey with emotional peaks wave-like pacing that captivates immersive experience for deep listening
Context
Released in 2012, 'The Flesh Alive' captures Gojira at a pivotal moment following their critically acclaimed album 'L'Enfant Sauvage.' This live album showcases their dynamic performance style while solidifying their reputation as leaders in the metal genre. The release was part of their ascent to international recognition, particularly in the progressive and technical death metal scenes.
Stylistic neighbors
Opeth· Jinjer· Byzantine

Tracklist

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

Disc 1

  • 1 Oroborus Standout 4:49
  • 2 The Heaviest Matter of the Universe 4:30
  • 3 Backbone 4:49
  • 4 Love 4:58
  • 5 From the Sky 5:40
  • 6 A Sight to Behold 5:32
  • 7 The Art of Dying Standout 8:32
  • 8 Drum Solo 1:09
  • 9 Clone 5:56
  • 10 Flying Whales Standout 5:53
  • 11 The Way of All Flesh 7:53
  • 12 Terra Incognita 3:57
  • 13 Vacuity 6:02
  • 14 Indians 3:53
  • 15 Toxic Garbage Island 5:52
  • 16 World to Come 6:51
  • 17 Oroborus Standout 5:18
  • 18 The Heaviest Matter of the Universe 4:12
  • 19 Backbone 4:29
  • 20 Love 5:38
  • 21 From the Sky 5:37
  • 22 A Sight to Behold 5:32
  • 23 The Art of Dying Standout 8:37
  • 24 Drum Solo 1:38
  • 25 Clone 5:23
  • 26 Flying Whales Standout 6:09
  • 27 Toxic Garbage Island 4:23
  • 28 The Way of All Flesh 8:47
  • 29 Terra Incognita 3:25
  • 30 Vacuity 9:28

Disc 2

  • 1 Intro 1:34
  • 2 Oroborus Standout 4:48
  • 3 The Heaviest Matter of the Universe 4:07
  • 4 Backbone 4:15
  • 5 Love 4:51
  • 6 From the Sky 5:39
  • 7 A Sight to Behold 5:32
  • 8 The Art of Dying Standout 8:36
  • 9 Clone 4:42
  • 10 Flying Whales Standout 5:21
  • 11 The Way of All Flesh 7:40
  • 12 Terra Incognita 3:31
  • 13 Vacuity 5:07

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