Nexus Polaris
The Kovenant · 1998
43 min · 8 tracks · black metal ยท industrial metal
A dark, atmospheric blend of black and industrial metal that transports listeners to an otherworldly soundscape.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- steady, consistent energy levels long, immersive listening sessions atmospheric background focus
- Context
- Released in 1998, 'Nexus Polaris' marked The Kovenant's transition from their early black metal roots to a more experimental, industrial sound. This album followed their critically acclaimed debut, 'In Times Before the Light', setting a new direction for the band as they embraced electronic elements and thematic complexity.
- If you like
- black metal, industrial metal
Nexus Polaris is an album by The Kovenant, released in 1998. A dark, atmospheric blend of black and industrial metal that transports listeners to an otherworldly soundscape. The album is significant for its pioneering fusion of black metal with industrial sounds, influencing subsequent bands within the genre. It received positive reviews and helped solidify The Kovenant's reputation in the metal scene, with notable features in publications like Metal Hammer and Terrorizer. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Nexus Polaris sound like?
A dark, atmospheric blend of black and industrial metal that transports listeners to an otherworldly soundscape. Rooted in black metal and industrial metal.
What makes Nexus Polaris by The Kovenant notable?
The album is significant for its pioneering fusion of black metal with industrial sounds, influencing subsequent bands within the genre. It received positive reviews and helped solidify The Kovenant's reputation in the metal scene, with notable features in publications like Metal Hammer and Terrorizer. Released in 1998, 'Nexus Polaris' marked The Kovenant's transition from their early black metal roots to a more experimental, industrial sound. This album followed their critically acclaimed debut, 'In Times Before the Light', setting a new direction for the band as they embraced electronic elements and thematic complexity.
Who is Nexus Polaris for?
Nexus Polaris works well if you're into steady, consistent energy levels, long, immersive listening sessions and atmospheric background focus.
How many songs are on Nexus Polaris?
Nexus Polaris has 8 tracks, running approximately 43 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one โ press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The Sulphur Feast 4:10
- 2 Bizarre Cosmic Industries Standout 5:52
- 3 Planetarium 4:01
- 4 The Last of Dragons Standout 6:29
- 5 Bringer of the Sixth Sun Standout 6:32
- 6 Dragonheart 4:52
- 7 Planetary Black Elements 5:48
- 8 Chariots of Thunder 5:48
Release Date
January 1, 1998
Artist Origin
Norway
Runtime
43 min 35 sec
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