Emperor Of Sand by Mastodon, released 30 March 2017, includes the following tracks: "Precious Stones", "Eons", "Ancient Kingdom", "Andromeda" and more.
This version of Emperor Of Sand comes as a 1xCD. -
2017 release from the heavy metal titans. Emperor Of Sand finds Mastodon returning to a deeply imaginative and complex conceptual storyline that ponders the nature of time. Threading together the myth of a man sentenced to death in a majestically malevolent desert, the band conjures the grains of a musical and lyrical odyssey slipping quickly through a cosmic hourglass. "Emperor of Sand is like the grim reaper," says drummer/vocalist Brann Dailor. "Sand represents time. If you or anyone you know has ever received a terminal diagnosis, the first thought is about time. Invariably, you ask, 'How much time is left?'" "We're reflecting on mortality," adds bassist/vocalist Troy Sanders. "To that end, the album ties into our entire discography. It's 17 years in the making, but it's also a direct reaction to the last two years. We tend to draw inspiration from very real things in our lives." Emperor Of Sand was recorded at The Quarry Recording Studio in Kennesaw, just outside Mastodon's hometown of Atlanta, with producer Brendan O'Brien (Pearl Jam, Neil Young, AC/DC, Rage Against The Machine), who first worked with Mastodon on their seminal 2009 album Crack The Skye.
Jewel case with clear tray and 8-page foldout booklet.
"Emperor of Sand" is a powerful and evocative album by the American progressive metal band Mastodon, released in CD format by Reprise Records. This critically acclaimed record takes listeners on an emotional journey through themes of mortality, resilience, and hope, all wrapped in Mastodon's signature blend of heavy riffs, intricate rhythms, and melodic vocals. The album features standout tracks such as "Show Yourself," "Sultan's Curse," and "Steambreather," showcasing the band's ability to merge complex musicianship with accessible songwriting. Mastodon has established themselves as one of the most innovative bands in modern metal, earning multiple Grammy nominations and winning Best Metal Performance for their song ?Sultan?s Curse.? Reprise Records is a renowned label known for supporting groundbreaking artists across genres since its founding by Frank Sinatra in 1960; it continues to be home to influential acts worldwide.
The return to concept is accompanied by the re-enlistment of producer Brendan O'Brien (he helmed Crack the Skye). In an interview, bassist/vocalist Troy Sanders added weight to the expectations for the album: "...17 years in the making…it ties into our entire discography." Unlike their other conceptual endeavors (i.e. Leviathan) Emperor of Sand's narrative is relatively simple.
Azmi H. - 24/May/2022
After treading water a little bit with their previous two albums 'The Hunter' and 'Once More Round The Sun,' Mastodon returned with their old logo and with it a sound closer to their rawer,
Marco M. - 10/Oct/2019
"Emperor of sand" is varied and ranges between genres, it has its own valid ideas and well-chosen solutions, but it doesn't want to be overly ambitious, it doesn't try to flaunt its greatness. There are no songs that exceed ten minutes, but "Jaguar god" manages to condense in just six all the changes in tone and tempo. Keyboards come back to enrich even the tails of "Roots remain" with poignant nuances, confirming how Mastodon refine their talent also in the construction of psychedelic and hallucinated atmospheres.
Thomas S. - 19/Aug/2018
Auch mit EoS haben Mastodon ein weiteres sehr gutes Album abgeliefert. Jedoch merkt man hier, dass es keine reine Eigenständigkeit hat, sondern sich am Vorgänger orientiert. Nichts desto trotz bleiben sie eine der besten Metallbands der Neuzeit!!
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