Verkligheten cover

Verkligheten

Soilwork · 2019

50 min · 12 tracks · melodic death metal

A blend of intricate melodies and aggressive riffs that evoke a hauntingly immersive atmosphere.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady pacing with haunting melodies
  • immersive atmosphere for deep focus
  • balanced progression with satisfying resolutions
  • engaging riffs that evoke intensity

Maybe skip if you want

  • seekers of instant gratification
  • prefer short standalone tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on January 11, 2019, 'Verkligheten' is Soilwork's eleventh studio album, following their critically acclaimed 2016 release 'Death Resonance'. At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their reputation within the melodic death metal scene, showcasing their evolution while remaining true to their roots.
Stylistic neighbors
In Flames· Dark Tranquillity· Arch Enemy

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Verkligheten 1:44
  • 2 Arrival 3:47
  • 3 Bleeder Despoiler 3:36
  • 4 Full Moon Shoals 4:46
  • 5 The Nurturing Glance 5:24
  • 6 When the Universe Spoke 5:22
  • 7 Stålfågel 4:25
  • 8 The Wolves Are Back in Town 3:24
  • 9 Witan 3:48
  • 10 The Ageless Whisper 5:01
  • 11 Needles and Kin 4:57
  • 12 You Aquiver 4:03

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