L'Enfant Sauvage
Gojira · 2012
52 min · 11 tracks · progressive metal · groove metal · technical death metal
A ferocious blend of progressive rhythms and crushing metal riffs, underscored by themes of nature and humanity's primal instincts.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- dynamic progression with peaks ferocious energy for workouts intense headphone detail exploration
- Context
- L'Enfant Sauvage is Gojira's fourth studio album, released in 2012 after their critically acclaimed album, The Way of All Flesh. At this point in their career, Gojira had established themselves as a leading force in the metal scene, known for their innovative sound and environmental themes. This album further solidified their reputation, showcasing a maturity in songwriting and production.
- If you like
- progressive metal, groove metal, technical death metal
- What next
- Magma — Continues the exploration of complex themes with a more melodic approach.
L'Enfant Sauvage is an album by Gojira, released in 2012. A ferocious blend of progressive rhythms and crushing metal riffs, underscored by themes of nature and humanity's primal instincts. The album debuted at number 34 on the Billboard 200, marking Gojira's first entry into the U.S. mainstream charts. L'Enfant Sauvage received widespread critical acclaim, with many reviewers praising its complexity and emotional depth, contributing to Gojira's growing influence within the metal genre and beyond. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does L'Enfant Sauvage sound like?
A ferocious blend of progressive rhythms and crushing metal riffs, underscored by themes of nature and humanity's primal instincts. Rooted in progressive metal and groove metal. Start with "Explosia".
Is L'Enfant Sauvage a good place to start with Gojira?
Yes, L'Enfant Sauvage is recommended as a starting point for new Gojira listeners. A ferocious blend of progressive rhythms and crushing metal riffs, underscored by themes of nature and humanity's primal instincts. L'Enfant Sauvage is Gojira's fourth studio album, released in 2012 after their critically acclaimed album, The Way of All Flesh. At this point in their career, Gojira had established themselves as a leading force in the metal scene, known for their innovative sound and environmental themes. This album further solidified their reputation, showcasing a maturity in songwriting and production.
Who is L'Enfant Sauvage for?
L'Enfant Sauvage works well if you're into dynamic progression with peaks, ferocious energy for workouts and intense headphone detail exploration.
How many songs are on L'Enfant Sauvage?
L'Enfant Sauvage has 11 tracks, running approximately 52 minutes.
Tracklist
New here? Start with Explosia.
- 1 Explosia Start here 6:39
- 2 L’Enfant sauvage Standout 4:17
- 3 The Axe 4:34
- 4 Liquid Fire 4:17
- 5 The Wild Healer 1:48
- 6 Planned Obsolescence Standout 4:39
- 7 Mouth of Kala 5:51
- 8 The Gift of Guilt 5:56
- 9 Pain Is a Master 5:07
- 10 Born in Winter 3:51
- 11 The Fall 5:25
Release Date
June 26, 2012
Artist Origin
France
Runtime
52 min 29 sec
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