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The Link Alive

Gojira · 2004

72 min · 14 tracks · progressive metal · groove metal · technical death metal

A ferocious blend of technicality and groove, merging progressive metal with raw emotional intensity.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic emotional journeys
  • long, immersive listening sessions
  • wave-like pacing experiences
  • gradual builds and payoffs

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2004, 'The Link Alive' is Gojira's first live album following the success of their studio album 'From Mars to Sirius' in 2005. This recording showcases the band's explosive energy and musicianship as they were gaining international recognition. The album captures a pivotal moment when Gojira began to solidify their presence in the global metal scene.
Stylistic neighbors
Mastodon· Meshuggah· Opeth

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Remembrance 4:15
  • 2 Death of Me 6:14
  • 3 Love 5:15
  • 4 Embrace the World 4:41
  • 5 Drum Solo 1:41
  • 6 Space Time 5:55
  • 7 Terra Inc. 2:55
  • 8 Indians 5:13
  • 9 Wisdom Comes 2:56
  • 10 Blow Me Away You(niverse) 10:48
  • 11 Lizard Skin 4:27
  • 12 Inward Movement 7:06
  • 13 The Link 6:29
  • 14 Clone 4:49

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