Novembre - Words Of Indigo (2025)
Words of Indigo marks Novembre’s powerful resurgence after a long hiatus and lineup changes — the album balances their familiar doom/death roots with fresh progressive ambition and emotional breadth. The music moves fluidly between heavy riffs, atmospheric guitar leads, piano and saxophone touches, layered with both clean and growled vocals, creating a tapestry of beauty and darkness. The standout instrumentation — especially the guitar work, the dynamic shifts and the production clarity (thanks to Dan Swanö) — lifts the band’s sound to a new level of refinement. While rooted in metal, many passages breathe like progressive rock or ambient music, offering listeners space as well as intensity. Some critiques mention the album’s length and complexity can challenge pacing, yet many agree it represents a high point for the band. In sum, Words of Indigo stands as a richly textured, emotionally charged work — ideal for those who appreciate metal that doesn’t just hit hard, but also moves deeply.
Genre: Progressive Metal
Country: Italy
Final Verdict: 63% (Good Album)
Yearly Ranking: 410th / 772
Highlight: Ipernotte
Made me think of:
Opeth
Katatonia
Anathema
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