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The Ocean

VIERNULVIER + Dunk
  • Thu 16.01
    19:30 - 23:15
    De Vooruit, Gent
    Concertzaal
    Tickets

The end of an eon

THE OCEAN TO RELEASE 10TH STUDIO ALBUM "HOLOCENE" ON MAY 19

Following a world tour, The Ocean returns with Holocene, an album that concludes their paleontology-inspired series and takes a step towards electronic music while maintaining their signature heavy sound. The album opens with the synth-driven track "Preboreal," setting the tone for the entire record. Holocene addresses the current epoch in which humanity has drastically shaped the planet.

For the first time, the album is entirely based on synth ideas from Peter Voigtmann, leading to a fresh, exciting musical direction. The mix, handled by Karl Daniel Lidén, offers a clear, powerful sound that balances electronics with orchestral grandeur.

Holocene delves into themes like alienation, the quest for eternal youth, and social critique, inspired by Guy Debord. The album wraps up the series, tackling modern issues like fear and the breakdown of values. After 20 years, The Ocean continues to be a powerful force in the music world.