Blue Record
Baroness · 2009
44 min · 12 tracks · progressive metal · sludge metal · stoner metal
A heavy and intricate blend of progressive metal and sludge, layered with melodic vocals and atmospheric depth.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- dynamic emotional journeys long, immersive listening sessions layered, dense sonic textures
- Context
- Released on January 1, 2009, 'Blue Record' was Baroness's second full-length album, following their debut 'Red Album.' At this point in their career, they were solidifying their sound and gaining recognition within the metal community for their unique fusion of genres.
- If you like
- progressive metal, sludge metal, stoner metal
Blue Record is an album by Baroness, released in 2009. A heavy and intricate blend of progressive metal and sludge, layered with melodic vocals and atmospheric depth. The album received critical acclaim and helped propel Baroness into the spotlight of the underground metal scene. It was nominated for a Grammy Award for Best Metal Performance for the song 'Swollen and Halo,' marking a significant milestone in their career. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Blue Record sound like?
A heavy and intricate blend of progressive metal and sludge, layered with melodic vocals and atmospheric depth. Rooted in progressive metal and sludge metal.
What makes Blue Record by Baroness notable?
The album received critical acclaim and helped propel Baroness into the spotlight of the underground metal scene. It was nominated for a Grammy Award for Best Metal Performance for the song 'Swollen and Halo,' marking a significant milestone in their career. Released on January 1, 2009, 'Blue Record' was Baroness's second full-length album, following their debut 'Red Album.' At this point in their career, they were solidifying their sound and gaining recognition within the metal community for their unique fusion of genres.
Who is Blue Record for?
Blue Record works well if you're into dynamic emotional journeys, long, immersive listening sessions and layered, dense sonic textures.
How many songs are on Blue Record?
Blue Record has 12 tracks, running approximately 44 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Bullhead’s Psalm Standout 1:20
- 2 The Sweetest Curse 4:31
- 3 Jake Leg Standout 4:23
- 4 Steel That Sleeps the Eye 2:38
- 5 Swollen and Halo Standout 6:35
- 6 Ogeechee Hymnal 2:36
- 7 A Horse Called Golgotha 5:21
- 8 O’er Hell and Hide 4:22
- 9 War, Wisdom and Rhyme 4:26
- 10 Blackpowder Orchard 1:01
- 11 The Gnashing 4:18
- 12 Bullhead’s Lament 2:59
Release Date
January 1, 2009
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
44 min 30 sec
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