Still Life

Opeth

Still Life

RELEASED: October 18, 1999
TYPE: FULL LENGTH
Track Listing
1. The Moor 11:26 2. Godhead’s Lament 9:47 3. Benighted 5:00 4. Moonlapse Vertigo 9:00 5. Face of Melinda 7:58 6. Serenity Painted Death 9:13 7. White Cluster 10:02
Historical Archive
Still Life is the fourth studio album by Swedish progressive metal band Opeth, released in 1999. The album showcases a blend of progressive rock, heavy metal, and folk elements, characterized by intricate arrangements, contrasting dynamics, and the distinctive growling vocals of frontman Mikael Åkerfeldt. Lyrically, it explores themes of love, loss, and existentialism, contributing to the album's reputation as a landmark in the progressive metal genre. It is often praised for its ambitious composition and emotional depth, solidifying Opeth's status as one of the leading bands in the progressive metal scene.