Sound Awake
Karnivool · 2009
72 min · 11 tracks · alternative rock · progressive metal · progressive rock
A dynamic fusion of progressive metal and alternative rock that explores complex themes through intricate compositions.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- long immersive listening sessions dynamic emotional journeys gradual builds and payoffs
- Context
- Released in 2009, 'Sound Awake' is Karnivool's second studio album, following their critically acclaimed debut 'Themata' from 2005. At this point, the band was solidifying their reputation in the Australian music scene and beginning to gain international attention, with a more refined sound that showcased their musical evolution.
- If you like
- alternative rock, progressive metal, progressive rock
Sound Awake is an album by Karnivool, released in 2009. A dynamic fusion of progressive metal and alternative rock that explores complex themes through intricate compositions. 'Sound Awake' debuted at number one on the ARIA Charts and received widespread acclaim for its ambitious songwriting and production quality. The album has since influenced a generation of progressive and alternative rock bands, further cementing Karnivool's status in the genre. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Sound Awake sound like?
A dynamic fusion of progressive metal and alternative rock that explores complex themes through intricate compositions. Rooted in alternative rock and progressive metal.
What makes Sound Awake by Karnivool notable?
'Sound Awake' debuted at number one on the ARIA Charts and received widespread acclaim for its ambitious songwriting and production quality. The album has since influenced a generation of progressive and alternative rock bands, further cementing Karnivool's status in the genre. Released in 2009, 'Sound Awake' is Karnivool's second studio album, following their critically acclaimed debut 'Themata' from 2005. At this point, the band was solidifying their reputation in the Australian music scene and beginning to gain international attention, with a more refined sound that showcased their musical evolution.
Who is Sound Awake for?
Sound Awake works well if you're into long immersive listening sessions, dynamic emotional journeys and gradual builds and payoffs.
How many songs are on Sound Awake?
Sound Awake has 11 tracks, running approximately 72 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Simple Boy 5:47
- 2 Goliath Standout 4:38
- 3 New Day 8:20
- 4 Set Fire to the Hive Standout 4:28
- 5 Umbra 7:50
- 6 All I Know 4:53
- 7 The Medicine Wears Off 1:49
- 8 The Caudal Lure 6:16
- 9 Illumine 5:12
- 10 Deadman Standout 12:04
- 11 Change 10:47
Release Date
January 1, 2009
Artist Origin
Australia
Runtime
72 min 4 sec
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