NE OBLIVISCARIS · Citadel (10th Anniversary/Remastered) | BLACK LP

Black vinyl.

Background information about 'Citadel (10th Anniversary/Remastered)'

Ne Obliviscaris delivers an absolutely stunning masterpiece with "Citadel", showcasing their incredible ability to blend progressive metal with classical influences in ways that'll leave your jaw on the floor. This 10th anniversary remaster brings new life to tracks like "Painters of the Tempest" - a three-part epic that weaves violin melodies through crushing metal passages with surgical precision. The Australian sextet's approach to songwriting is nothing short of genius, creating sprawling compositions that feel both meticulously crafted and organically flowing. Each track builds upon the last, creating an immersive journey through complex time signatures and emotional landscapes that range from hauntingly beautiful to devastatingly heavy.

What makes this album truly special is how Ne Obliviscaris manages to incorporate Tim Charles' violin work so seamlessly into their progressive metal framework - it never feels forced or gimmicky. The interplay between Xenoyr's harsh vocals and Tim's clean singing creates this incredible dynamic tension throughout tracks like "Pyrrhic" and the two-part "Devour Me, Colossus". The remastered version really brings out the nuances in their sound, from the delicate violin passages to the crushing guitar work and intricate drumming patterns.

For fans of: Opeth, Emperor, Fleshgod Apocalypse, and Wintersun

Track listing

A1. Painters of the Tempest (Part I): Wyrmholes
A2. Painters of the Tempest (Part II): Triptych Lux
A3. Painters of the Tempest (Part III): Reveries from the Stained Glass Womb
B1. Pyrrhic
B2. Devour Me, Colossus (Part I): Blackholes
B3. Devour Me, Colossus (Part II): Contortions
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