Chaosphere
Meshuggah · 1998
47 min · 8 tracks · progressive metal · extreme metal · avant-garde metal
A relentless barrage of polyrhythmic chaos intertwined with haunting melodies and angular riffs.
Chaosphere is an album by Meshuggah, released in 1998. A relentless barrage of polyrhythmic chaos intertwined with haunting melodies and angular riffs. 'Chaosphere' is significant for its influence on the djent movement, paving the way for a generation of progressive metal bands. The album received widespread critical acclaim, noted for its innovative approach to rhythm and structure, and is often cited in discussions about the evolution of extreme metal. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Chaosphere sound like?
A relentless barrage of polyrhythmic chaos intertwined with haunting melodies and angular riffs. Rooted in progressive metal and extreme metal.
What makes Chaosphere by Meshuggah notable?
'Chaosphere' is significant for its influence on the djent movement, paving the way for a generation of progressive metal bands. The album received widespread critical acclaim, noted for its innovative approach to rhythm and structure, and is often cited in discussions about the evolution of extreme metal. Released in 1998, 'Chaosphere' marks Meshuggah's fourth studio album, following their critically acclaimed 'Destroy Erase Improve.' At this point, the band was solidifying its reputation in the extreme metal scene, pushing boundaries with their complex time signatures and aggressive sound.
How many songs are on Chaosphere?
Chaosphere has 8 tracks, running approximately 47 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Concatenation 4:17
- 2 New Millennium Cyanide Christ Standout 5:35
- 3 Corridor of Chameleons 5:02
- 4 Neurotica 5:19
- 5 The Mouth Licking What You’ve Bled Standout 3:57
- 6 Sane 3:48
- 7 The Exquisite Machinery of Torture 3:55
- 8 Elastic Standout 15:30
Release Date
January 1, 1998
Artist Origin
Sweden
Runtime
47 min 27 sec
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