The Painful Experience
Kekal · 2001
55 min · 11 tracks · extreme metal · avant-garde metal
A labyrinth of avant-garde metal, blending dissonance with melodic undertones in an exploration of psychological turmoil.
The Painful Experience is an album by Kekal, released in 2001. A labyrinth of avant-garde metal, blending dissonance with melodic undertones in an exploration of psychological turmoil. 'The Painful Experience' has been recognized for its innovative approach within the avant-garde metal genre, influencing a wave of Indonesian metal bands. It received positive reviews from niche publications, helping to elevate Kekal's profile internationally and contributing to the burgeoning extreme metal movement in Southeast Asia. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does The Painful Experience sound like?
A labyrinth of avant-garde metal, blending dissonance with melodic undertones in an exploration of psychological turmoil. Rooted in extreme metal and avant-garde metal.
What makes The Painful Experience by Kekal notable?
'The Painful Experience' has been recognized for its innovative approach within the avant-garde metal genre, influencing a wave of Indonesian metal bands. It received positive reviews from niche publications, helping to elevate Kekal's profile internationally and contributing to the burgeoning extreme metal movement in Southeast Asia. Released in 2001, 'The Painful Experience' is Kekal's third album, following a stylistic evolution from their earlier work. At this point, the band was solidifying their unique sound within the extreme metal scene, showcasing a deeper complexity and thematic exploration compared to their previous releases.
How many songs are on The Painful Experience?
The Painful Experience has 11 tracks, running approximately 55 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 The Monsters Within Standout 4:42
- 2 Crave for Solid Ground Standout 5:09
- 3 Mean Attraction 4:15
- 4 Like There's No Other Way to Go 4:18
- 5 Behind Closed Doors 5:48
- 6 After the Storm 5:43
- 7 Given Words 4:45
- 8 Militia Christi Standout 4:01
- 9 The Painful Experience 7:53
- 10 Via Dolorosa 4:10
- 11 Voice From Heaven 5:14
Release Date
January 1, 2001
Artist Origin
Indonesia
Runtime
55 min 58 sec
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