The Hierophant cover

The Hierophant

Will Haven · 2007

51 min · 13 tracks · alternative metal

A dense blend of metalcore and sludge with haunting melodies and raw, emotional intensity that characterizes Will Haven's distinctive sound.

Top tracks — play these first

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    King’s Cross — This track exemplifies the band's ability to fuse crushing riffs with melodic passages, creating an engaging contrast that defines the album's sound.
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    Handlebars to Freedom — With its dynamic shifts between aggressive and serene moments, this song encapsulates the emotional journey present throughout The Hierophant.
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    Firedealer — The climactic build-up and cathartic release in this track showcase Will Haven's signature blend of heaviness and melody, making it a standout piece.

Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

  • A Day Without Speaking

    A moment in the song shifts from introspective musings to a visceral outburst of frustration and isolation, creating a stark emotional contrast.

    This transition not only highlights the tension between vulnerability and aggression but also emphasizes the album's overarching themes of struggle and longing.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Grey Sky at Night 1:16
  • 2 King’s Cross 4:37
  • 3 Helena 2:34
  • 4 Hierophant 3:41
  • 5 Caviar With Maths 4:07
  • 6 Landing on Ice 5:31
  • 7 Skinner 4:50
  • 8 Handlebars to Freedom 3:53
  • 9 A Day Without Speaking 4:28
  • 10 Singing in Solitary 3:35
  • 11 Sammy Davis Jr’s One Good Eye 3:35
  • 12 Firedealer 5:05
  • 13 Dark Sun Sets 4:42

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