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THE OCEAN - Phanerozoic I: Palaeozoic (Instrumental) · SOIL BLACK LP

Product information "THE OCEAN - Phanerozoic I: Palaeozoic (Instrumental) · SOIL BLACK LP"

Black 180g vinyl with printed inner sleeve.

Background information über 'Phanerozoic I: Palaeozoic (Instrumental)'

The Ocean delivers a masterful instrumental journey through geological time with "Phanerozoic I: Palaeozoic (Instrumental)", stripping away the vocal elements to let their intricate compositions breathe in their purest form. This Berlin-based collective has crafted something truly special here - each track represents a different geological era, creating a sonic timeline that spans millions of years of Earth's history. The instrumental nature of this release allows listeners to focus entirely on the band's exceptional musicianship, from crushing riffs that feel as ancient as the Cambrian explosion to delicate atmospheric passages that capture the mystery of primordial oceans.

What makes this release particularly compelling is how The Ocean manages to tell such an epic story without a single word being sung. The progressive metal arrangements flow seamlessly from one era to the next, with each geological period bringing its own distinct musical character. The production is absolutely pristine, giving every instrument space to shine while maintaining the crushing heaviness that fans expect. It's fascinating how removing the vocals actually enhances the cinematic quality of the music, making it feel like a soundtrack to Earth's own creation story.

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

Track listing

A1. Cambrain I
A2. Cambrian II
A3. Ordovicium
A4. Silurian
B1. Devonian
B2. Carboniferous
B3. Permian

Placer on the market according to GPSR: Four Flames GmbH & Co. KG, In der Garte 38, 49479 Ibbenbueren, Germany, Contact: fourflames.com

Artist: The Ocean
Color: Black
Label/Manufacturer: Pelagic Records
Vinyl specification: 180g Vinyl
Genre: Progressive Metal

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