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Jesu

Jesu · 2004

74 min · 8 tracks · shoegaze ยท post-metal ยท drone metal

A haunting blend of drone metal and shoegaze that envelops listeners in a dense, atmospheric soundscape.

Jesu is an album by Jesu, released in 2004. A haunting blend of drone metal and shoegaze that envelops listeners in a dense, atmospheric soundscape. The album received critical acclaim, helping to establish Jesu as a significant act within the post-metal genre. It influenced subsequent artists in the shoegaze and drone metal scenes, carving out a niche that blended heaviness with introspective melodies. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Jesu sound like?

A haunting blend of drone metal and shoegaze that envelops listeners in a dense, atmospheric soundscape. Rooted in shoegaze and post-metal.

What makes Jesu by Jesu notable?

The album received critical acclaim, helping to establish Jesu as a significant act within the post-metal genre. It influenced subsequent artists in the shoegaze and drone metal scenes, carving out a niche that blended heaviness with introspective melodies. Released in December 2004, 'Jesu' marked Justin Broadrick's return to music after the disbanding of Godflesh. This self-titled album served as his first full-length release under the Jesu moniker, showcasing a shift towards a more melodic and ethereal sound while retaining heavy, textural guitar work.

How many songs are on Jesu?

Jesu has 8 tracks, running approximately 74 minutes.

Tracklist

8 tracks·74:29

Best experienced from track one โ€” press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Your Path to Divinity Standout 9:14
  • 2 Friends Are Evil Standout 9:43
  • 3 Tired of Me 9:31
  • 4 We All Faulter 6:56
  • 5 Walk on Water Standout 11:23
  • 6 Sun Day 10:03
  • 7 Man/Woman 9:29
  • 8 Guardian Angel 8:06

Release Date

December 8, 2004

Genre

drone metal, post-metal, shoegaze

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Artist Origin

United Kingdom

Runtime

74 min 29 sec