Botanist - VIII: Selenotrope 2 Vinyl Prophecy Black LPs

Botanist - VIII: Selenotrope 2 Vinyl Prophecy Black LPs In excellent condition. General album reception A "triumph" of musical growth: Reviewers see the album as a further evolution for Botanist, moving away from harsh black metal into a more graceful post-black and experimental sound. No harsh vocals: A notable change from previous releases is the absence of harsh vocals, which are replaced by gentle whispers and choral voices, giving the music a "fragile and graceful aura". Distinctive songwriting: The music is described as distinctive, with a "nuanced explosion of petals" that draws on the aesthetics of black metal while creating something new. Strong finale: The album is noted for its grand, 14-minute-long epic, "The Flowering Dragon," which features a dynamic range from vigorous instrumentation to a doomy midsection. The 2xLP vinyl experience Bonus ambient material: The vinyl release includes a second disc of ambient music, which some reviewers note may not get as many listens as the main album but is worthwhile for dedicated fans. Adds depth and contrast: This bonus disc provides an alternative, more patient-demanding portal into the world of Botanist's music, adding to the overall depth of the release. Beautiful sonic delivery: Otrebor's continued collaboration with mixing and mastering specialist Dan Swanö resulted in a sonically beautiful sound on the album. Audience and availability Moderately high recommendation: Some critics offer a moderately high recommendati