THE OCEAN · Anthropocentric | BLACK 2LP

Black double vinyl in gatefold sleeve with 9mm spine and gold hot foil stamp plus special inks, printed inner sleeves and etching on D side.

Background information about 'Anthropocentric'

The Ocean delivers another crushing masterpiece with "Anthropocentric", a conceptual tour de force that showcases the German collective's ability to blend philosophical depth with devastating progressive metal. This album serves as a companion piece to their previous work "Heliocentric", diving deep into themes of human nature, religious questioning, and existential philosophy. The band's signature approach of combining heavy, sludgy riffs with orchestral arrangements and clean vocal passages creates an atmosphere that's both intellectually stimulating and emotionally overwhelming.

The album's centerpiece, the three-part "The Grand Inquisitor" suite, demonstrates The Ocean's compositional prowess as they adapt Dostoyevsky's philosophical parable into a musical narrative. Tracks like "She Was The Universe" and "Sewers Of The Soul" showcase the band's dynamic range, moving seamlessly between crushing heaviness and delicate, atmospheric moments. The interplay between harsh and clean vocals adds another layer of complexity to an already rich sonic tapestry that rewards repeated listening.

For fans of: Isis, Neurosis, Cult of Luna, Pelican, and Russian Circles

Track listing

LP 1:
A1. Anthropocentric
A2. The Grand Inquisitor I: Karamazov Baseness
B1. She Was The Universe
B2. For He That Wavereth...
B3. The Grand Inquisitor II: Roots & Locusts
B4. The Grand Inquisitor III: A Tiny Grain Of Faith

LP 2:
C1. Sewers Of The Soul
C2. Wille Zum Untergang
C3. Heaven TV
C4. The Almightiness Contradiction

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