Crack the skye is the album where mastodon fully embrace their progressive influences. There is a gloomy shadow that casts throughout this album, darkening its content. I implore any mastodon fan, especially those to whom crack the skye was crucial, to watch it. In february, mastodon announced that theyd celebrate the 10th anniversary of their 2009 album crack the skye on tour later this year. In the fourth part, which came out yesterday, we get a peek into the gear used during the recording sessions and extended interview with the band members geeking out on said gear particularly brent hinds, who i dont. Atlanta metal outfit celebrates records 10year anniversary with part 1 of behind thescenes documentary. The group is composed of troy sanders bassvocals, brent hinds lead guitarvocals, bill kelliher rhythm guitar, and brann dailor drumsvocals. Full crack the skye album on 1lp regular weight red splatter tour edition vinyl disc, housed in a single pocket jacket. The album debuted at number 11 on the billboard 200, selling 41,000 copies in its first week.
The third episode of mastodon s tenth anniversary documentary on crack the skye is out now, and boy, you are really missing out if youre not watching these catch up on episode 1 and episode 2. Full crack the skye album on 1lp regular weight redgold vinyl disc, housed in a single pocket jacket. Mastodon crack the skye 2010, red splatter, vinyl discogs. With their latest release, they looked to break down their past accomplishments and forge something new and fresh. Part 6 of mastodon s behind the scenes look at the making of their 2009 album crack the skye has been shared by the band and finds them discussing the aftermath of the altercation that took place back at the 2007 mtv video music awards. Blessed visionary cut me with your sun the rivers ran in blood spark fueled to fire deep within this endless void searching for a sign the. Crack the skye deluxe version licensed to youtube by wmg on behalf of reprise. Mastodon has released seven studio albums, as well as. All music and lyrics by mastodon 2009 chrysalis songstrampled under hoof music bmi. Released in 2009, crack the skye is mastodon s fourth lp and second for warner bros. Released through roadrunner records on september 26, 2011 in the uk and one day later in the us via reprise records the hunter is their first release with producer mike elizondo. The album is produced by brendan obrien, and scott kelly of. Apr 01, 2009 mastodon crack the skye live multicameras crack the skye with neurosis scott kelly the masquerade atlanta ga 22809 credit to. Abramus digital, bmg rights management, latinautor peermusic, latinautor, aresa, cmrra, and 7 music rights.
Mastodon rehearsal footage filmed at thunderbox studios atlanta, ga the cd comes with an additional dvd making of crack the skye, produced and directed by jimmy hubbard and a track by track commentary by the band. While it may not be easy to figure out what the members of mastodon are talking about tsarist russia, rasputin, astral travel, wormholes and stephen hawking are tied together the important thing is to be open to the ideas they are exploring in crack the skye. For me personally, it means the moment of being told you lost someone dear to you, is enough to crack the sky. Mastodon are currently in the process of rolling out a video series documenting the making of crack the skye to celebrate its tenth anniversary, and hooooo boy, if you call yourself a mastodon fan you have absolutely got to watch these. Mastodon release third part of crack the skye documentary. Mar 24, 2009 released in 2009, crack the skye is mastodons fourth lp and second for warner bros. Mastodon release part three of their crack the skye documentary series celebrating the albums 10th anniversary. Mastodon posts fourth installment of crack the skye. Hi gang just curious whether anyone knows where i can watch the full animated crack the skye movie. Then youre like, wait, its mastodon and thats when shit goes 100. Theyll head out on the road with coheed and cambria on the unheavenly skye tour from may, where brann dailor, brent hinds, bill kelliher and troy sanders will play the album in its entirety.
May 05, 2009 a film adaptation of mastodons latest album, crack the skye, is well within the realm of possibility albeit not in production yet. Much like their new video for crack the skyes divinations mastodon found themselves a top the mountain of previous successes and overwhelming expectations. Only time can truly judge crack the skye, but from here it seems mastodon have delivered their third world beater in a row. Crack the skye takes similar risks with the mastodon brand name, but this time, the emphasis shifts from difficulty and weirdness to more practical matters, like memorable songs. A film adaptation of mastodon s latest album, crack the skye, is well within the realm of possibility albeit not in production yet.
Once more round the sun is the sixth studio album from american heavy metal band mastodon. Dec 07, 2011 roskilde festival 2011 mastodon live crack the skye duration. If i had to choose a favorite, however, it would have to be crack the skye. Mastodons progressive metal masterpiece crack the skye is turning 10 years old this year. The results are notably more harmonious than some fans may be ready to hearthe opening track, oblivion, brings to mind opeth as fronted by the late layne. Mar 03, 2011 crack the skye by mastodon from crack the skye, available now. It features seven tracks and runs at 50 minutes and 6 seconds. But for all this talk about mastodon becoming more progressive, people just seem to forget how hard a record this is. While theyve been at the forefront of metal for the past five years, its here that theyve truly shown they have what it takes to join the pantheon of metal gods.
Recorded at southern tracks recording, atlanta, ga. Drummer brann dailor who writes most of the lyrics told mtv news that this song is meant as a homage to his deceased sister. Full crack the skye album on 1lp regular weight black vinyl disc, housed in a single pocket jacket. Crack the skye is, without a doubt, one of the finest pieces of music to ever grace my ears. Mastodon is an american heavy metal band from atlanta, georgia, formed in 2000. The only ones who lose are those who have too specific an idea about how mastodon is supposed to sound to appreciate its greatness.
Stream adfree with amazon music unlimited on mobile, desktop, and tablet. Mastodon s most thoughtprovoking and intense listen yet. Mastodon s progressive metal masterpiece crack the skye is turning 10 years old this year. On june 16, 2014 the album was made available for streaming on itunes. And the best way to hear the whole twisted tale will be live and direct. Listen to your favorite songs from crack the skye by mastodon now. That night saw the bands vocalistguitarist brent hinds get into an apparent drunken fight with system of a down bassist shavo odadjian and. From the release date of this fourth album until the day i started this series, i didnt intentionally listen to a single note from this band.
By using our website and our services, you agree to our use of cookies as described. The decadeold footage shows the band in the midst of writing, rehearsing and recording the groundbreaking 2009 record, an effort. Abramus digital, bmg rights management, latinautor peermusic, latinautor, aresa, cmrra, and 7. The bands third consecutive concept album, this one charts the journey of a. Crack the skye, their fourth original studio album, mines subject matter from czarist russia and astral travel to outofbody experiences and stephen hawkings. Mastodon post part two of crack the skye 10th anniversary. Mastodon have unveiled the third part of their documentary looking back at the making of their 2009 album, crack the skye. Try to wrap your mind around that or, on second thought, dont. The album was released on june 24, 2014, via reprise records. Mastodon explain the emotional impact of crack the skye in new. Scott kelly blessed visionary cut me with your sun the rivers ran in blood spark fueled to fire deep withing the endless void searching for a sign the vessel forged inside me watches over like the death of the moon strike the shepherd sheep will scatter mountains of despair i can see the pain it is written all over. Apr 01, 2009 crack the skye, the bands fourth album, stays in weirdly soft midtempo churn mode more than their previous albums do, but it never lingers.
Contains also the dvd the making of crack the skye and a 14 x 14 exclusively designed lithograph. We and our partners use cookies to personalize your experience, to show you ads based on your interests, and for measurement and analytics purposes. I dont think its out yet, and i havent seen any release date or info other than the two clips on instagram which looked amazing. Mastodon has taken hold of the leadership of the new wave of progressive heavy metal.
The bands 2006 majorlabel debut blood mountain spun off a grammy. The hunter is the fifth studio album by american heavy metal band mastodon. Crack the skye by mastodon from the album crack the skye. Crack the skye is the fourth studio album by american progressive metal band mastodon, released on march 24, 2009 through reprise records.
Mastodon crack the skye 2009, redgold, vinyl discogs. You can get caught up on episodes one, two, three, four and five if you havent seen them yet. Crack the skye by mastodon on amazon music unlimited. The fifth episode of mastodon s crack the skye documentary series has been shared online by the band below.
Mastodon discuss brent hinds fight with shavo system of a. When i get home, it only takes like three or four days, then all of the sudden, riffs just start flying through there, says mastodon drummer and covocalist brann dailor in the second installment of the georgia groups the making of crack the skye documentary. Mastodon the making of crack the skye part 4 youtube. Mastodon crack the skye steve hoffman music forums. Mastodon crack the skye live with neurosis scott kelly. Aresa, bmg rights management, cmrra, abramus digital, latinautor, latinautor. Mastodon share fifth episode of crack the skye documentary. The czar is my favorite mostly because of how everythings all brutal and heavy and just rockin out, but, then it all stops.
My sister passed away when i was a teenager and it was awful, and theres no better way to pay tribute to a lost loved one than having an opportunity to be in a group with my friends and we make art together. The group have been looking back at the effort this year ahead of their forthcoming 10th anniversary touring for it this springsummer. Atlanta metal outfit celebrates records 10year anniversary with part 1 of behindthescenes documentary. Watch the video for crack the skye from mastodon s crack the skye for free, and see the artwork, lyrics and similar artists. Mastodons third crack the skye documentary episode. Mar 24, 2009 track 4, the czar is a conceptual interpretation of rasputins failed attempt to usurp tsar nicolas ii, and to later then be assassinated. If you have 50 minutes to spare, i highly reccomend going on this progressive musical journey.
Mastodon discuss the aftermath of brent hinds 2007 coma. Listen free to mastodon crack the skye oblivion, divinations and more. Mastodon celebrate the 10th anniversary of crack the skye. Blessed visionary cut me with your sun the rivers ran in blood spark fueled to fire. On april 17, 2014, mastodon released the albums first single, titled high road. Mastodon share second part of crack the skye documentary. Acid is the best drug in the world the quietus, april 2nd, 2009 04. Get an intimate view into the creation of the bands conceptual. This latest entry focuses on lyrical themes on the album, in particular the death of drummer brann dailors sister, skye, who took her own life when she was just 14 years old brann was 15 at the time. We wanted something that would stand the test of time and not be shelved after one or two listens, recalls drummer and covocalist brann dailor of atlanta progressivesludge metallers mastodon as he looks back on the 10th anniversary of their fourth studio album crack the skye, an effort widely considered their most experimental and progriff heavy. Im running out of ways to say this, but mastodon s ongoing crack the skye documentary series, commemorating the albums tenth anniversary, is positively fantastic. It had sold 200,000 copies in the us as of september 2010, making it one of their highestselling albums to date.
Mastodon crack the skye lyrics and tracklist genius. Then, this ambient sound reminiscent of a corrupt choir from the depths of space, and, then the guitar kicks back in, and, then everything starts to come back, and you think its gonna get heavy again, but, then boom spiraling up through the crack in the sky, leaving. Mastodon the making of crack the skye part 1 youtube. Atlantabased mastodon have a strange story to tell on their new seven song, 50minute heavy metal opus, crack the skye. In a documentary on the making of crack the skye, guitaristvocalist brent hinds referred to call of the mastodon as their first studio album. Mastodon has five albums to its highly respectable name and they are all excellent. Mastodon discuss brent hinds fight with shavo odadjian in. Crack the skye is the fourth studio album by american heavy metal band mastodon, released on march 24, 2009 through reprise records.
See mastodon, scott kelly talk suicide, grief in part 3 of. May 30, 2010 heres a studio version of mastodon s crack the skye from their album crack the skye. Mastodon s documentary on the making of crack the skye, which the band is releasing in parts in celebration of the albums tenth anniversary, continues to be mustseetv. I know mastodon is on the blacklist, and for good reason, but i thought this was worth sharing, since crack the skye is one of my all time favorite albums, and this video is too good to miss. See mastodons intense writing process in part 2 of crack. Its a totally insane album filled with mindbowing riffs and awesome grooves. Mastodon streams second part of crack the skye documentary.
Only available in very limited quantities through mastodon s website and at some usa shows. Mastodon discuss brent hinds fight with shavo system of a down on latest crack the skye docuseries episode mastodon posts fourth installment of crack the skye documentary mastodon. The very first who managed to preorder quick enough got a signed lithograph by all 4 members some in golden some in black felt pen. Crack the skye is the mastodon album so far, that has most progressive rock leanings and older fans might miss the more aggressive side of the band on this album. Mastodon shares part one of crack the skye documentary. The deeper you can go emotionally when youre writing and playing music, the better, states mastodon drummer, vocalist and songwriter brann dailor in the latest installment of the bands new documentary series on the making of the groups 2009 opus crack the skye the episode goes deep into how the death of dailors sister skye when she was only 14 shaped the record. Aresa, bmg rights management, cmrra, abramus digital, latinautor, latinautor peermusic, and 4 music rights. Mastodon s fourth album crack the skye was released on march 24, 2009 as a normal version and a deluxe version which includes all songs in instrumental versions as well as their normal versions. Mastodon post part four of crack the skye documentary.
Part one, released last week, took a macro view of the entire. The music in it is unique, consisting of classic rock elements as well as doom metal and stoner rock jams. The second part of that look back at just launched online and can be seen below. So, yes, crack the skye definitely has more in common with its immediate predecessor blood mountain than either remission or leviathan. Sep 07, 2009 crack the skye deluxe version licensed to youtube by wmg on behalf of reprise. Any album that comes with its own builtin hype machine or slapped with the nextbigthing tag before proving its worth to the public should be met with a certain amount of caution and even skept. But the truth is, when crack the skye first came out, it pissed me off so much that i didnt listen to mastodon at all for nearly four years. Blessed visionary cut me with your sun the rivers ran in blood spark fueled to fire deep within this endless void searching for a sign the vessel forged inside of me. Mastodon shares latest episode of crack the skye documentary. Crack the skye has us embark on a new tale to be told by mastodon, this one being rich with mysticism and explorations of the mysterious spiritual realms.
1453 907 435 112 183 876 1598 961 1318 1416 1271 1042 1640 628 197 697 1577 275 71 138 1469 1365 1485 194 584 1039 1090 1402 399 41 1006 197 1208 825 1063 1195 399 992 109 1097 1331 147 75