Tax rate EU

Default:19

Supplier EU

Rough Trade

Total Cap

Format detail

Colour details

Discogs ID

Limited edition

Colour

Format Music EU

Extended format

Extended format: No

Rough Trade Exclusive

Rough Trade Exclusive: No

Signed copies

Signed copies: No

Download code

Download code: No

Bonus disc

Bonus disc: No

Release date

2007-10-19

Format multiplier

Catalogue number

NB1879-2

UPC / Barcode

727361187927

1 / CD / Extended format: No / Rough Trade Exclusive: No / Signed copies: No

Artist

Soilwork

Label EU

Nuclear Blast

Genre EU

Metal

Nuclear Blast is a German independent label that specializes in metal and related music styles. Founded in 1987 by Markus Staiger, the label has become a prominent force in the metal industry. With their headquarters located in Donzdorf, Germany, Nuclear Blast Europe serves as a label, mailorder service, wholesale distributor, fulfillment service, and distribution center for several labels across Europe. In addition to their European presence, Nuclear Blast America operates as a US company with similar business tasks in collaboration with Century Media. They also have a South American branch working alongside Century Media.

A typical Nuclear Blast catalogue number follows the format "NB XXXX-F", where F represents the format of the release. This can vary but generally includes limited first editions (such as Digipak or O-Card) for both CD and DVD (-0), LPs or other vinyl formats (-1), jewelcase CDs or promo CDs/DVDs (-2), video tapes or tapes (-3/-4), box sets or limited mailorder editions with bonus CDs/DVDs (-5), some vinyl 7”s (-7), shape CDs (-8), and picture vinyls (-9). Earlier releases may only have three digits.

With an extensive catalog of metal music and an authoritative presence in the industry, Nuclear Blast continues to be a leading label for fans of heavy music

A melodic death metal band from Helsingborg, Sweden, Soilwork was founded in 1995 by vocalist Björn "Speed" Strid and guitarist Peter Wichers. Originally known as Inferior Breed, the group changed their name to Soilwork in 1996. Over the years, the band's sound has evolved with each release, eventually gaining a commercial appeal that allowed them to break out of the underground scene. Their album "Figure Number Five" in 2003 solidified their status as one of Sweden's most successful metal bands alongside In Flames.

The current line-up includes *Björn "Speed" Strid* on vocals since 1995, *Sven Karlsson* on keyboards since 2001, *Sylvain Coudret* on guitars since 2008, *David Andersson* on guitars until his unfortunate passing in 2022, *Bastian Thusgaard* on drums since 2017, and *Rasmus Ehrnborn* as a touring member on bass since 2019.

Similar artists to Soilwork include Scar Symmetry, In Flames, Dark Tranquillity, Sonic Syndicate, Disarmonia Mundi,
Mercenary,
Insomnium,
Norther,
The Haunted,
Nightrage,
Before The Dawn,
Solution .45,
Dark Age,
Omnium Gatherum,
Threat Signal,
Children Of Bodom,

Newest Listed Items

The album "Sworn To A Great Divide" is the highly acclaimed eighth studio album by Swedish melodic death metal band Soilwork. Released by Nuclear Blast, this album showcases the band's signature sound and displays their musical growth and maturity.

With a total of 11 tracks, "Sworn To A Great Divide" offers a dynamic and powerful listening experience. The album opens with the intense and aggressive track "Sworn to a Great Divide," setting the tone for what's to come. From there, Soilwork takes listeners on a journey through heavy riffs, intricate guitar solos, pounding drums, and soaring melodies.

The band's unique blend of melodic death metal and catchy hooks is evident throughout the album. Tracks like "Exile" and "Breeding Thorns" showcase Soilwork's ability to seamlessly combine aggression with memorable melodies. The vocals of Björn "Speed" Strid are both fierce and melodic, adding another layer of intensity to the music.

One standout track on the album is "20 More Miles." This song starts off with an atmospheric intro before launching into a driving rhythm that will have listeners headbanging along. The combination of heavy instrumentation and infectious choruses makes this track a standout moment on the album.

Overall, "Sworn To A Great Divide" is a must-have for fans of Soilwork and melodic death metal in general. It showcases the band's talent for crafting powerful songs that are both aggressive and melodic. With its strong production quality and impressive musicianship, this album solidifies Soilwork as one of the leading bands in their genre.

Sworn To A Great Divide

Music EU