The Violent Sleep of Reason
Meshuggah · 2016
58 min · 10 tracks · progressive metal · extreme metal · avant-garde metal
A labyrinth of polyrhythmic intricacies and unyielding heaviness that challenges the boundaries of extreme metal.
The Violent Sleep of Reason is an album by Meshuggah, released in 2016. A labyrinth of polyrhythmic intricacies and unyielding heaviness that challenges the boundaries of extreme metal. This album received critical acclaim, solidifying Meshuggah's reputation for innovation in metal. It debuted at number 29 on the Billboard 200 chart, showcasing their commercial viability while maintaining a dedicated fanbase. The album's complex rhythms and intense themes resonated deeply within the progressive and avant-garde metal communities. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does The Violent Sleep of Reason sound like?
A labyrinth of polyrhythmic intricacies and unyielding heaviness that challenges the boundaries of extreme metal. Rooted in progressive metal and extreme metal.
What makes The Violent Sleep of Reason by Meshuggah notable?
This album received critical acclaim, solidifying Meshuggah's reputation for innovation in metal. It debuted at number 29 on the Billboard 200 chart, showcasing their commercial viability while maintaining a dedicated fanbase. The album's complex rhythms and intense themes resonated deeply within the progressive and avant-garde metal communities. When 'The Violent Sleep of Reason' was released in 2016, Meshuggah was firmly established as pioneers in the extreme metal scene, following their acclaimed album 'Koloss' from 2012. This release marked their eighth studio album, showcasing their continuous evolution within the djent subgenre and reaffirming their influence on modern heavy music.
How many songs are on The Violent Sleep of Reason?
The Violent Sleep of Reason has 10 tracks, running approximately 58 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Clockworks Standout 7:15
- 2 Born in Dissonance Standout 4:34
- 3 MonstroCity 6:13
- 4 By the Ton 6:04
- 5 Violent Sleep of Reason Standout 6:51
- 6 Ivory Tower 4:59
- 7 Stifled 6:31
- 8 Nostrum 5:15
- 9 Our Rage Won’t Die 4:41
- 10 Into Decay 6:32
Release Date
January 1, 2016
Artist Origin
Sweden
Runtime
58 min 58 sec
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