True North
Borknagar · 2019
72 min · 11 tracks · progressive metal
A sprawling soundscape where progressive metal intricacies intertwine with atmospheric melodies and organic textures.
Why this album works
- Best for
- long immersive listening sessions gradual builds and payoffs atmospheric background focus
- Context
- Released in 2019, 'True North' is Borknagar's tenth studio album and follows their critically acclaimed 2016 release, 'Winter Thrice'. At this point in their career, the band had solidified their place in the progressive metal scene while experimenting with new sonic landscapes and lyrical themes inspired by nature and philosophy.
- If you like
- progressive metal
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- Fall — This album continues the expansive sound while introducing new elements and themes.
True North is an album by Borknagar, released in 2019. A sprawling soundscape where progressive metal intricacies intertwine with atmospheric melodies and organic textures. 'True North' received positive reviews for its cohesive blend of melodic and aggressive elements, marking a return to form for the band. It also showcased their ability to evolve within the metal genre, appealing to both long-time fans and newcomers alike, as evidenced by its solid chart performance in Norway. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does True North sound like?
A sprawling soundscape where progressive metal intricacies intertwine with atmospheric melodies and organic textures. Rooted in progressive metal.
What makes True North by Borknagar notable?
'True North' received positive reviews for its cohesive blend of melodic and aggressive elements, marking a return to form for the band. It also showcased their ability to evolve within the metal genre, appealing to both long-time fans and newcomers alike, as evidenced by its solid chart performance in Norway. Released in 2019, 'True North' is Borknagar's tenth studio album and follows their critically acclaimed 2016 release, 'Winter Thrice'. At this point in their career, the band had solidified their place in the progressive metal scene while experimenting with new sonic landscapes and lyrical themes inspired by nature and philosophy.
Who is True North for?
True North works well if you're into long immersive listening sessions, gradual builds and payoffs and atmospheric background focus.
How many songs are on True North?
True North has 11 tracks, running approximately 72 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Thunderous Standout 8:34
- 2 Up North 6:29
- 3 The Fire That Burns Standout 6:33
- 4 Lights 5:04
- 5 Wild Father’s Heart 5:42
- 6 Mount Rapture 6:08
- 7 Into the White Standout 5:57
- 8 Tidal 9:32
- 9 Voices 5:09
- 10 Wild Father’s Heart (instrumental demo version) 6:25
- 11 Up North (demo version) 6:38
Release Date
September 27, 2019
Artist Origin
Norway
Runtime
72 min 15 sec
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