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We Are the Nightmare

Arsis · 2008

77 min · 11 tracks · melodic death metal

A relentless barrage of intricate guitar riffs intertwined with haunting melodies and aggressive vocals.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady build to a climax
  • relentless energy for focused sessions
  • intricate riffs for detail hunters
  • haunting melodies for late nights
  • immersive journey through intensity

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer instant gratification tracks
  • avoid lengthy listening experiences

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time 'We Are the Nightmare' was released in January 2008, Arsis had solidified their presence in the melodic death metal scene with two prior albums. This album marked their first release after signing with Nuclear Blast, allowing them greater exposure and production resources to refine their sound. The band's evolution is evident as they blend technical precision with emotional depth.
Stylistic neighbors
Die Apokalyptischen Reiter· Ensiferum· Varg

Tracklist

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

Disc 1

  • 1 We Are the Nightmare 4:03
  • 2 Shattering the Spell 4:03
  • 3 Sightless Wisdom 3:39
  • 4 Servants to the Night 4:15
  • 5 Failing Winds of Hopeless Greed 3:36
  • 6 Overthrown 3:44
  • 7 Progressive Entrapment 4:16
  • 8 A Feast for the Liar’s Tongue 3:48
  • 9 My Oath to Madness 3:53
  • 10 Failure’s Conquest 5:25

Disc 2

  • 1 Making of “We Are the Nightmare” 36:42

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