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Remission

Mastodon · 2002

50 min · 11 tracks · heavy metal · progressive metal · sludge metal

A ferocious blend of sludge and progressive metal, pulsating with complex rhythms and visceral intensity.

Why listen to this

Best for
dynamic emotional journeys long immersive listening sessions wave-like pacing and intensity
Context
Released in 2002, 'Remission' was Mastodon's debut album, marking their entry into the heavy metal scene. At this time, the band was still establishing its identity, having formed just a few years earlier in 2000. The album set the stage for their future innovations in heavy music.
If you like
heavy metal, progressive metal, sludge metal
What next
Leviathan — Continues the intense and complex sound with a thematic focus on the sea.

Remission is an album by Mastodon, released in 2002. A ferocious blend of sludge and progressive metal, pulsating with complex rhythms and visceral intensity. 'Remission' was pivotal in shaping the sludge metal genre and received critical acclaim for its intricate compositions. It laid the groundwork for Mastodon's subsequent rise to prominence, influencing a multitude of bands within the metal community and earning a place on many year-end lists. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Remission sound like?

A ferocious blend of sludge and progressive metal, pulsating with complex rhythms and visceral intensity. Rooted in heavy metal and progressive metal. Start with "Crusher Destroyer".

Is Remission a good place to start with Mastodon?

Yes, Remission is recommended as a starting point for new Mastodon listeners. A ferocious blend of sludge and progressive metal, pulsating with complex rhythms and visceral intensity. Released in 2002, 'Remission' was Mastodon's debut album, marking their entry into the heavy metal scene. At this time, the band was still establishing its identity, having formed just a few years earlier in 2000. The album set the stage for their future innovations in heavy music.

Who is Remission for?

Remission works well if you're into dynamic emotional journeys, long immersive listening sessions and wave-like pacing and intensity.

How many songs are on Remission?

Remission has 11 tracks, running approximately 50 minutes.

Tracklist

11 tracks·50:23

New here? Start with Crusher Destroyer.

  • 1 Crusher Destroyer Start here 2:00
  • 2 March of the Fire Ants Standout 4:25
  • 3 Where Strides the Behemoth 2:55
  • 4 Workhorse 3:45
  • 5 Ol'e Nessie 6:04
  • 6 Burning Man 2:46
  • 7 Trainwreck Standout 7:04
  • 8 Trampled Under Hoof 3:00
  • 9 Trilobite 6:29
  • 10 Mother Puncher 3:48
  • 11 Elephant Man 8:01

Release Date

January 1, 2002

Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

50 min 23 sec