What is the best Obsidian Kingdom album to start with?

The best album to start with is "A Year With No Summer" (2016). It's the most representative of what makes Obsidian Kingdom worth hearing.

How many albums does Obsidian Kingdom have?

Obsidian Kingdom has 7 releases in their discography, including 4 albums and 2 EPs.

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Obsidian Kingdom

Q: Who is Obsidian Kingdom for?

If you're into progressive metal, Obsidian Kingdom is worth your time. Their music pulses with dense rhythms and intricate shifts that create an immersive experience, drawing listeners into layered soundscapes marked by tension and release.

Their music pulses with dense rhythms and intricate shifts that create an immersive experience, drawing listeners into layered soundscapes marked by tension and release.

progressive metal

Spain Est. 2005

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The album

A Year With No Summer album by Obsidian Kingdom

A Year With No Summer (2016)

Showcases the band's intricate soundscapes and dynamic shifts, offering a cohesive experience for new listeners.

The song

“Last of the Light”

Engaging track that highlights their signature style with dense rhythms and immersive layers, for first-time listeners.

Where to go

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A Year With No Summer

2016

Engaging track that highlights their signature style with dense rhythms and immersive layers, for first-time listeners.

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Songs to start with

If you'd rather pick a song than an album.

1

"And Then It Was (Oktopus remix)" — from Torn & Burnt (2013)

establishes the sonic palette early

About Obsidian Kingdom

Obsidian Kingdom matters for their ability to navigate and reshape the contours of heavy music, creating a soundscape that challenges traditional boundaries while inviting introspection.

Their work serves as a bridge between fervent aggression and atmospheric depth, fostering a space where listeners can confront both the visceral and cerebral aspects of existence.

Their work serves as a bridge between fervent aggression and atmospheric depth, fostering a space where listeners can confront both the visceral and cerebral aspects of existence. This duality resonates within a community that seeks not just music but an emotional experience, highlighting the band’s impact on how metal is envisioned and felt in contemporary culture. The approach of Obsidian Kingdom is marked by a commitment to artistic evolution, often incorporating diverse influences that transcend genre conventions. They weave complex structures with dynamic contrasts, moving seamlessly from crushing heaviness to delicate passages that envelop the listener. This innovation in craft encourages an exploration of sonic textures, revealing layers that invite repeated listening and deeper engagement with each track. Lyrically, Obsidian Kingdom often delves into themes of existential reflection, inner turmoil, and the human condition, merging sincerity with poetic abstraction. Their writing balances narrative storytelling with impressionistic imagery, allowing for personal interpretation while maintaining an emotional core. This duality creates an intriguing tension as listeners navigate the interplay between chaos and clarity.

4 studio albums· 7 total releases· 1 decade· Spain