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Aphotic

Novembers Doom · 2011

50 min · 8 tracks · death-doom

Aphotic envelops listeners in a haunting blend of melodic death-doom, layered with melancholic riffs and introspective lyrics.

Aphotic is an album by Novembers Doom, released in 2011. Aphotic envelops listeners in a haunting blend of melodic death-doom, layered with melancholic riffs and introspective lyrics. Aphotic received positive reviews within the metal community, noted for its atmospheric depth and lyrical introspection. It contributed to Novembers Doom's reputation as one of the leading bands in the death-doom genre, influencing subsequent artists with its combination of heaviness and melody. The album also showcased their ability to evolve while maintaining a dedicated fanbase. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Aphotic sound like?

Aphotic envelops listeners in a haunting blend of melodic death-doom, layered with melancholic riffs and introspective lyrics. Rooted in death-doom.

What makes Aphotic by Novembers Doom notable?

Aphotic received positive reviews within the metal community, noted for its atmospheric depth and lyrical introspection. It contributed to Novembers Doom's reputation as one of the leading bands in the death-doom genre, influencing subsequent artists with its combination of heaviness and melody. The album also showcased their ability to evolve while maintaining a dedicated fanbase. By the time Novembers Doom released Aphotic in January 2011, they were well-established in the death-doom scene, having been active since 1995. This album marked their seventh studio release and continued to refine their signature sound, following the critically acclaimed effort, The Novella Reservoir, from 2007. The band was at a point of solidifying their legacy while exploring deeper emotional themes.

How many songs are on Aphotic?

Aphotic has 8 tracks, running approximately 50 minutes.

Tracklist

8 tracks·50:40

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 The Dark Host Standout 8:05
  • 2 Harvest Scythe Standout 5:40
  • 3 Buried 6:32
  • 4 What Could Have Been Standout 6:31
  • 5 Of Age and Origin, Part 1: A Violent Day 5:01
  • 6 Of Age and Origin, Part 2: A Day of Joy 3:16
  • 7 Six Sides 7:46
  • 8 Shadow Play 7:45

Release Date

January 1, 2011

Genre

death-doom

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Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

50 min 40 sec