The Living Infinite
Soilwork · 2013
84 min · 20 tracks · melodic death metal
A relentless blend of melodic death metal infused with intricate melodies and aggressive rhythms.
Why this album works
'The Living Infinite' received critical acclaim upon release, debuting at number 6 on the Swedish charts and being praised for its ambitious scope. This album not only reinforced Soilwork's reputation but also influenced other bands within the melodic death metal genre to explore more complex compositions and lyrical themes.
- Best for
- dynamic journey with emotional peaks wave-like pacing encourages deep listening melodic intricacies for detail-oriented listeners
- Context
- Released on January 1, 2013, 'The Living Infinite' marked Soilwork's first double album and showcased a significant evolution in their sound since their previous release, 'Sworn to a Great Divide' (2007). At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their place in the melodic death metal scene while experimenting with new musical elements and songwriting approaches.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Die Apokalyptischen Reiter· Ensiferum· Hatesphere
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Spectrum of Eternity 4:01
- 2 Memories Confined 3:25
- 3 This Momentary Bliss 3:45
- 4 Tongue Standout 4:17
- 5 The Living Infinite I Standout 3:50
- 6 Let the First Wave Rise 2:52
- 7 Vesta 4:18
- 8 Realm of the Wasted 4:29
- 9 The Windswept Mercy 4:14
- 10 Whispers and Lights 5:09
Disc 2
- 1 Entering Aeons 2:34
- 2 Long Live the Misanthrope Standout 5:26
- 3 Drowning With Silence 4:28
- 4 Antidotes in Passing 4:15
- 5 Leech 4:20
- 6 The Living Infinite II 5:39
- 7 Loyal Shadow 2:34
- 8 Rise Above the Sentiment 4:03
- 9 Parasite Blues 5:16
- 10 Owls Predict, Oracles Stand Guard 5:24
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