Holocene
The Ocean · 2023
150 min · 21 tracks · post-metal
A sprawling exploration of post-metal that weaves atmospheric intricacies with heavy, crushing riffs.
Holocene is an album by The Ocean, released in 2023. A sprawling exploration of post-metal that weaves atmospheric intricacies with heavy, crushing riffs. 'Holocene' has garnered attention for its environmental themes and the dual version release, showcasing both instrumental and lyrical interpretations. Critics have noted its impact on the post-metal scene, further solidifying The Ocean's reputation for combining deep lyrical content with expansive soundscapes. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Holocene sound like?
A sprawling exploration of post-metal that weaves atmospheric intricacies with heavy, crushing riffs. Rooted in post-metal.
What makes Holocene by The Ocean notable?
'Holocene' has garnered attention for its environmental themes and the dual version release, showcasing both instrumental and lyrical interpretations. Critics have noted its impact on the post-metal scene, further solidifying The Ocean's reputation for combining deep lyrical content with expansive soundscapes. Released on May 19, 2023, 'Holocene' is The Ocean's first album since their acclaimed 2019 release, 'Phanerozoic II: Mesozoic | Cenozoic'. This album marks a continuation of their ambitious thematic exploration of Earth’s history and climate change, reinforcing their status as leading figures in the post-metal genre.
How many songs are on Holocene?
Holocene has 21 tracks, running approximately 150 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Preboreal 5:04
- 2 Boreal 3:41
- 3 Sea of Reeds 5:48
- 4 Atlantic Standout 8:49
- 5 Subboreal 4:46
- 6 Unconformities 9:09
- 7 Parabiosis 8:12
- 8 Subatlantic 6:55
Disc 2
- 1 Preboreal (instrumental) 5:04
- 2 Boreal (instrumental) 3:41
- 3 Sea of Reeds (instrumental) 5:48
- 4 Atlantic (instrumental) 8:49
- 5 Subboreal (instrumental) 4:46
- 6 Unconformities (instrumental) 9:09
- 7 Parabiosis (instrumental) 8:12
- 8 Subatlantic (instrumental) 6:55
Disc 3
- 1 Response Standout 4:49
- 2 Remission 6:23
- 3 Relapse 6:43
- 4 Recovery 3:44
- 5 Recurrence Standout 24:00
Release Date
May 19, 2023
Artist Origin
Germany
Runtime
150 min 37 sec
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