Pelican - Flickering Resonance (2025)
Flickering Resonance marks Pelican's return after a six-year hiatus, reuniting with founding guitarist Laurent Schroeder-Lebec for the first time since 2009. The album delves into a rich tapestry of sounds, blending post-metal, post-rock, and alternative influences. Tracks like "Gulch" and "Indelible" showcase the band's ability to merge dreamy alt-rock with hulking doom elements, while "Flickering Stillness" and "Wandering Mind" explore post-hardcore and shimmering prog territories
Critics have lauded the album's cohesive execution and emotional depth. Kerrang! describes it as "muscular and mesmeric," highlighting its seamless integration of diverse influences . Metal Epidemic praises the band's comfort in their sound, stating that Flickering Resonance builds upon a foundation that was "painstakingly laid," offering a source of brightness in challenging times . Sputnikmusic notes the album's earnestness and overjoyed expression, emphasizing its ability to provide "tectonic riffage and meditative headbanging" .
Overall, Flickering Resonance stands as a testament to Pelican's evolution, delivering a dynamic and emotionally resonant experience that both honors their roots and explores new sonic landscapes.
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Genre: Post Metal
Country: US
Final Verdict: 69% (Good Album)
Yearly Ranking: 39th / 365
Highlight: Wandering Mind
Made me think of:
Russian Circles
Isis
Baroness
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