Swedish Progressive Metal

Swedish progressive metal is a distinctive genre characterized by its blend of progressive rock's complexity and metal's aggression. Emerging in the 1990s, it evolved from the Swedish death metal scene, incorporating atmospheric soundscapes, intricate instrumentation, and introspective lyrics. Bands in this genre often feature complex time signatures, polyrhythms, and extended instrumental passages, alongside a mix of clean and harsh vocals. The genre's heyday in the early 2000s saw a surge in popularity, with its cultural significance lying in its fusion of opposing elements: the light and dark, the beautiful and brutal. Drawing from influences like King Crimson, Pink Floyd, and Scandinavian folk, Swedish progressive metal differentiates itself from other styles through its emphasis on melancholic atmospheres, introspective storytelling, and a unique blend of heavy riffs and soaring melodies.

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Darkday (Remaster 2024)
Single - Released October 11, 2024
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  1. October 11, 2024
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  3. September 6
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    §3
    2 tracks
  4. August 23
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    Say
    2 tracks
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    Memorial
    10 tracks
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    ATLANTIS
    14 tracks
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    Fortune
    3 tracks