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Mikael Åkerfeldt Unearths Death Metal Roots in Opeth’s Latest Single

Diving deep into the soul-stirring darkness, Mikael Åkerfeldt of Opeth resurrects his ominous death metal growls in the band’s newest single.
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Heralding a thrilling resurgence, Mikael Åkerfeldt’s iconic growls have re-emerged from the abyss of silence. Opeth, the masters of progressive metal alchemy, embrace their heavier heritage in the latest single.

When it comes to Scandinavian metal bands, Opeth stands as a towering figure. Known for their complex compositions and intricate mix of progressive rock and death metal, they have captured the hearts of fans worldwide. However, in a bold move that has set the metal community abuzz, frontman Mikael Åkerfeldt recently growled his way back into the sinister soundscape of death metal, painting aural landscapes with a shade darker than we’ve experienced in over a decade.

  • Opeth’s journey through various genres has been remarkable, but their latest single marks a return to their roots.
  • The pursuit of an ‘authentic, heavier, evil-sounding’ opus led Åkerfeldt to revisit the growling technique that characterized Opeth’s early work.

Emerging from a period of creative evolution, Opeth’s return to the heavier spectrum symbolizes a full-circle moment for the band and fans alike. One can interpret this resurgence as a reflection of Åkerfeldt’s enduring passion for depth, and complexity in music that transcends the mainstream currents of the metal genre.

Here is why Åkerfeldt believes it was time to reconnect with that primal sound:
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