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Thresholds

Nocturnus · 1992

43 min · 8 tracks · progressive metal

Fusing intricate melodies with spacey atmospheres, this album navigates the depths of progressive metal's experimental frontier.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • wave-like dynamic progression
  • spacey atmospheres for exploration
  • intricate melodies for detail hunting
  • immersive experience through peaks

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer straightforward, upbeat tracks
  • seek instant gratification

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1992, 'Thresholds' marked Nocturnus's second studio album and followed their influential debut 'The Key.' At this point, the band was solidifying their identity within the progressive death metal scene while exploring themes of science fiction and mysticism that set them apart.
Stylistic neighbors
Coroner· Marty Friedman· Nevermore

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Climate Controller 7:51
  • 2 Tribal Vodoun 5:17
  • 3 Nocturne in Bm 2:51
  • 4 Arctic Crypt 4:18
  • 5 Aquatica 7:17
  • 6 Subterranean Infiltrator 5:35
  • 7 Alter Reality 4:28
  • 8 Gridzone 6:06

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