The Way of All Flesh
Gojira · 2008
65 min · 12 tracks · progressive metal
A relentless fusion of technical precision and emotional depth that challenges the boundaries of metal music.
Top tracks — play these first
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Oroborus Start here — establishes the sonic palette early
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Toxic Garbage Island — This track combines intricate riffs with powerful lyrics about environmental destruction, making it a standout representation of the album's themes.
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The Art of Dying — An ambitious composition that merges technical prowess with emotional resonance, illustrating Gojira's unique ability to blend aggression with introspection.
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The Way of All Flesh — The title track encapsulates the album's philosophical themes, featuring a dynamic structure that showcases Gojira's signature sound while exploring deep existential questions.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases technical prowess and emotional depth, solidifying Gojira's place in progressive metal.
What we noticed
- Several tracks incorporate atmospheric interludes that contrast with the heavier sections, creating dynamic shifts in intensity.
- The last three tracks gradually decrease in tempo, allowing for a reflective conclusion that emphasizes the album's themes.
- Composition 25% of the score
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8/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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7/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Significant within its genre. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic progression with peaks
- wave-like pacing for focus
- existential themes in intensity
- immersive exploration of sound
Maybe skip if you
- seeking quick, catchy tracks
- prefer light, upbeat vibes
Where this album fits
- Themes
- environmental destruction· industrial decay
- Career context
- By the time Gojira released The Way of All Flesh in 2008, they were transitioning from their breakthrough album From Mars to Sirius. This release marked their fourth studio album and solidified their reputation in the progressive metal scene, showcasing their evolution into more complex songwriting and thematic exploration.
Tracklist
- 1 Oroborus Start here 5:22
- 2 Toxic Garbage Island 4:07
- 3 A Sight to Behold 5:10
- 4 Yama’s Messengers 4:04
- 5 The Silver Cord 2:32
- 6 All the Tears 3:41
- 7 Adoration for None 6:20
- 8 The Art of Dying 9:54
- 9 Esoteric Surgery 5:45
- 10 Vacuity 4:52
- 11 Wolf Down the Earth 6:26
- 12 The Way of All Flesh 6:51
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