GOJIRA - The Way Of All Flesh · BLUE 2LP

Transparent blue double vinyl.

Background information about 'The Way Of All Flesh'

Gojira's fourth studio album "The Way Of All Flesh" stands as a monumental achievement in progressive metal, showcasing the French quartet at their most ambitious and philosophically driven. This conceptual masterpiece explores themes of mortality, spiritual awakening, and the cyclical nature of existence with a maturity that elevated the band from underground darlings to international metal titans. The album seamlessly blends crushing heaviness with moments of ethereal beauty, creating an emotional journey that feels both deeply personal and universally resonant.

From the opening assault of "Oroborus" to the epic 17-minute closer "The Way Of All Flesh", every track serves the greater narrative while standing strong individually. Songs like "Toxic Garbage Island" demonstrate Gojira's environmental consciousness wrapped in devastating riffs, while "Vacuity" and "The Art Of Dying" showcase their ability to craft memorable hooks without sacrificing complexity. The production perfectly captures the band's organic yet precise sound, allowing each instrument to breathe while maintaining the crushing weight that defines their approach.

For fans of: Mastodon, Meshuggah, Opeth, Neurosis, and Isis

Track listing

LP 1:
A1. Oroborus
A2. Toxic Garbage Island
A3. A Sight To Behold
B4. Yama's Messengers
B5. The Silver Cord
B6. All The Tears
B7. Adoration For None

LP 2:
A1. The Art Of Dying
A2. Esoteric Surgery
B3. Vacuity
B4. Wolf Down The Castle
B5. The Way Of All Flesh

Manufacturer: Listenable Records, 26 Rue de Bertinghen, 62200 Boulogne-Sur-Mer, France, Contact: www.listenable.eu