Gojira – The Way Of All Flesh (2xLP)

Following their critically acclaimed album From Mars to Sirius (2005), Gojira’s The Way of All Flesh solidified the band’s position as one of the most innovative and powerful forces in modern metal. The album continues the band’s deep, philosophical exploration of mortality, human consciousness, and environmental themes, while pushing their signature sound into more complex and atmospheric territory.

The Way of All Flesh showcases Gojira’s trademark blend of massive, polyrhythmic grooves, intricate technicality, and ethereal atmospheres. The production, handled by frontman Joe Duplantier, is crisp, organic, and brutally heavy, emphasizing the band’s dense, layered sound. Drummer Mario Duplantier’s performance is a particular highlight, with machine-gun double bass, unpredictable fills, and an uncanny ability to shift between groove and chaos.

The album's overall tone is darker and heavier than From Mars to Sirius, with a more mechanical and industrial edge at times, particularly in tracks like A Sight to Behold. Despite its weight, the album also contains moments of melody and introspection, making it one of Gojira’s most emotionally dynamic releases.

Reviews

"The Way of All Flesh provides another fascinating chapter in Gojira's ever more impressive catalog." Allmusic