The Redshift cover

The Redshift

Omnium Gatherum · 2008

47 min · 11 tracks · melodic death metal

Layered guitar melodies intertwine with growled vocals, creating a rich tapestry of atmospheric melodic death metal.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady melodic progression throughout
  • atmospheric sound for introspection
  • rich layers for headphone listening
  • engaging narrative through track flow

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer instant gratification tracks
  • seek upbeat party anthems

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on January 1, 2008, 'The Redshift' was Omnium Gatherum's fourth studio album and marked their continued evolution within the melodic death metal genre. Following their previous release, 'Stuck on Repeat' in 2006, this album showcased a maturation of their sound, incorporating more intricate arrangements and lyrical depth.
Stylistic neighbors
Insomnium· Dark Tranquillity· Soilwork

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Nail 3:44
  • 2 A Shadowkey 4:29
  • 3 Chameleon Skin 4:55
  • 4 No Breaking Point 3:47
  • 5 The Return 5:28
  • 6 Shapes on Shades 4:51
  • 7 The Red Shifter 3:41
  • 8 Greeneyes 4:39
  • 9 The Second Flame 4:24
  • 10 Song for December 2:19
  • 11 Distant Light Highway 5:34

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