About this album
Sound:
"A sprawling journey through complex arrangements, blending melodic metalcore with thrash and progressive elements."
Where they were
Released in 2008, 'Shogun' was Trivium's fourth studio album, following their commercially successful 'The Crusade.' By this point, the band had solidified their position within the heavy metal scene and began to explore more ambitious songwriting and thematic depth.
Why it matters
'Shogun' received critical acclaim for its intricate compositions and lyrical themes, landing on several year-end lists and showcasing the band's growth. The album debuted at number 23 on the Billboard 200 and solidified Trivium's status as a leading force in modern heavy metal during a time of evolving genre boundaries.
Essential tracks
- "Kirisute Gomen" — This track opens the album with intense riffs and a blend of aggressive vocals and melodic passages, setting the tone for the entire record.
- "Torn Between Scylla and Charybdis" — Combining complex rhythms with thought-provoking lyrics, this track exemplifies Trivium's ability to merge melody with aggression seamlessly.
- "Shogun" — 'Shogun' is the album's epic title track, encapsulating its thematic depth through an eleven-minute exploration of sound and narrative that showcases the band’s technical prowess.
Release Date
January 1, 2008
Artist Origin
United States
Tracklist
- 1 Kirisute Gomen 6:27
- 2 Torn Between Scylla and Charybdis 6:49
- 3 Down From the Sky 5:34
- 4 Into the Mouth of Hell We March 5:52
- 5 Throes of Perdition 5:54
- 6 Insurrection 4:57
- 7 The Calamity 4:58
- 8 He Who Spawned the Furies 4:07
- 9 Of Prometheus and the Crucifix 4:40
- 10 Like Callisto to a Star in Heaven 5:25
- 11 Shogun 11:21
- 12 Poison, the Knife or the Noose 4:14
- 13 Upon the Shores 5:21
- 14 Iron Maiden 3:43