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From its very first moments, “Heart of Oak” makes it abundantly clear that Canada's Anciients are not a band content to follow predictable paths. Released straight through the mighty Season of Mist, their colossal debut effortlessly blends progressive metal, sludge, doom, black metal and post-metal atmospheres into a work that is as ambitious as it is immersive, striking a remarkable balance between crushing heaviness and intricate, richly detailed songwriting.
Each of its nine expansive tracks unfolds organically through monumental riffs, hypnotic melodies, meticulously crafted tempo shifts and a vocal performance that moves seamlessly between clean, guttural and anguished deliveries. Backed by a powerful, crystal-clear production that brings every nuance of the compositions into sharp focus, “Heart of Oak” displays a level of maturity rarely found on a debut album, while sustaining its intensity throughout its hour-long running time. Highly recommended for fans of Opeth, Mastodon, Enslaved, Baroness and Torche.
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