Isis

Isis

art rock, post-metal, progressive metal

United States Est. 1997

"The music pulses with a dense interplay of heavy riffs and ethereal atmospherics, creating an unhurried tension that unfolds slowly over time."

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Panopticon

Panopticon

2004
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Career Arc

Isis's discography from 1998 to 2012

1998 2005 2012
The Mosquito Control EP (1998) Sawblade EP (1999) The Red Sea (1999) Celestial (2000) Isis / Pig Destroyer (2000) SGNL›05 (2001) Oceanic (2002) Panopticon (2004) Oceanic Remixes/Reinterpr... (2004) Live.02 (2004) Live.01 (2004) Live.03 (2005) Live VI (2006) In the Absence of Truth (2006) Live.04 (2006) Live V (2006) In the Fishtank 14 (2006) Shades of the Swarm (2008) Wavering Radiant (2009) Temporal (2012)
Isis matters for its role in shaping the soundscape of post-metal, pushing the genre into new territories where heaviness intertwines with introspection.
Isis matters for its role in shaping the soundscape of post-metal, pushing the genre into new territories where heaviness intertwines with introspection. Their music has a profound emotional weight that resonates with listeners looking for both catharsis and contemplation, creating an immersive experience that invites deep personal reflection. The band’s approach to composition is marked by a meticulous layering of textures and dynamics, often blending atmospheric passages with crushing riffs. This method allows them to construct sprawling soundscapes that feel both vast and intimate, shifting seamlessly between moments of tension and release. Each track builds on a foundation of patience, allowing the listener to fully inhabit the evolving sonic environment. Lyrically, Isis often delves into themes of existentialism, nature, and the human condition, employing a voice that is both earnest and poetic. Their storytelling tends to evoke imagery that balances between impressionistic and narrative-driven, leaving space for personal interpretation while maintaining an overarching sincerity in their tone.

Full discography

Isis's albums in order, from earliest releases to latest.

21 releases • 15 albums • 5 EPS • 1998–2012
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EPs ()

In the Fishtank 14 album by Isis

In the Fishtank 14

2006

SGNL›05 album by Isis

SGNL›05

2001

Isis / Pig Destroyer album by Isis

Isis / Pig Destroyer

2000

The Red Sea album by Isis

The Red Sea

1999

The Mosquito Control EP album by Isis

The Mosquito Control EP

1998

Singles ()

Not in Rivers, But in Drops album by Isis

Not in Rivers, But in Drops

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Isis sound like?

The music pulses with a dense interplay of heavy riffs and ethereal atmospherics, creating an unhurried tension that unfolds slowly over time. Rooted in progressive metal and art rock. Start with Oceanic.

What is the best Isis album to start with?

The best album to start with is "Oceanic" (2002). It's the most representative of what makes Isis worth hearing.

Who is Isis for?

If you're into progressive metal and art rock, Isis is worth your time. The music pulses with a dense interplay of heavy riffs and ethereal atmospherics, creating an unhurried tension that unfolds slowly over time.

How many albums does Isis have?

Isis has 21 releases in their discography, including 15 albums and 5 EPs.

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