Take Me Back to Eden cover

Take Me Back to Eden

Sleep Token

Album 2023

About this album

Sound: "A haunting blend of ethereal melodies and crushing heaviness, exploring themes of love and loss through immersive soundscapes."

Where they were

Released on May 19, 2023, 'Take Me Back to Eden' is Sleep Token's third studio album, following their critically acclaimed 'This Place Will Become Your Tomb'. At this point in their career, the band had solidified their unique sound that fused alternative metal with rich emotional depth, gaining a dedicated fanbase and significant attention in the metal scene.

Why it matters

'Take Me Back to Eden' debuted at number one on the UK Albums Chart, marking a significant commercial achievement for the band. The album received widespread critical acclaim for its ambitious production and lyrical depth, further establishing Sleep Token as a defining force in contemporary alternative metal.

Essential tracks

  • "Granite" — This track showcases the band's ability to seamlessly blend heavy instrumentation with vulnerable lyrics, encapsulating the emotional core of the album.
  • "Ascensionism" — Its expansive arrangement and dynamic shifts represent the album's thematic exploration of personal growth and transcendence.
  • "Take Me Back to Eden" — The title track serves as a poignant culmination of the album's themes, combining atmospheric elements with powerful vocal performances that resonate deeply.

Release Date

May 19, 2023

Artist Origin

United Kingdom

Tracklist

  1. 1 Chokehold 5:04
  2. 2 The Summoning 6:35
  3. 3 Granite 3:45
  4. 4 Aqua Regia 3:56
  5. 5 Vore 5:39
  6. 6 Ascensionism 7:08
  7. 7 Are You Really Okay? 5:06
  8. 8 The Apparition 4:28
  9. 9 DYWTYLM 4:00
  10. 10 Rain 4:12
  11. 11 Take Me Back to Eden 8:20
  12. 12 Euclid 5:13