Kodama
Alcest · 2016
42 min · 6 tracks · black metal · post-metal
A haunting blend of ethereal melodies and black metal ferocity envelops the listener in a dreamlike landscape.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- long immersive listening sessions gradual builds and payoffs atmospheric background focus
- Context
- Released on September 30, 2016, 'Kodama' marked Alcest's fifth studio album and showcased their evolution into a more refined sound following 'Shelter' (2014). The band continued to explore themes of nature and spirituality, solidifying their position within the post-metal scene while attracting a broader audience.
- If you like
- black metal, post-metal
Kodama is an album by Alcest, released in 2016. A haunting blend of ethereal melodies and black metal ferocity envelops the listener in a dreamlike landscape. 'Kodama' received widespread critical acclaim and debuted at number two on the French Albums Chart, highlighting Alcest's growing influence in the metal genre. Its unique fusion of black metal and shoegaze elements has inspired countless artists within both scenes, creating a significant cultural impact in the realms of atmospheric music. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Kodama sound like?
A haunting blend of ethereal melodies and black metal ferocity envelops the listener in a dreamlike landscape. Rooted in black metal and post-metal.
What makes Kodama by Alcest notable?
'Kodama' received widespread critical acclaim and debuted at number two on the French Albums Chart, highlighting Alcest's growing influence in the metal genre. Its unique fusion of black metal and shoegaze elements has inspired countless artists within both scenes, creating a significant cultural impact in the realms of atmospheric music. Released on September 30, 2016, 'Kodama' marked Alcest's fifth studio album and showcased their evolution into a more refined sound following 'Shelter' (2014). The band continued to explore themes of nature and spirituality, solidifying their position within the post-metal scene while attracting a broader audience.
Who is Kodama for?
Kodama works well if you're into long immersive listening sessions, gradual builds and payoffs and atmospheric background focus.
How many songs are on Kodama?
Kodama has 6 tracks, running approximately 42 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Kodama Standout 9:07
- 2 Éclosion Standout 8:54
- 3 Je suis d’ailleurs Standout 7:20
- 4 Untouched 5:12
- 5 Oiseaux de proie 7:48
- 6 Onyx 3:51
Release Date
September 30, 2016
Artist Origin
France
Runtime
42 min 15 sec
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