This episode of The Nine Circles Audio Thing is all about the Album of the Month for September which is Phanerozoic II: Mesozoic | Cenozoic by Germany’s post metal/progressive metal juggernauts The Ocean which is available now on Metal Blade Records and Pelagic Records. Buke once again captains the episode joined by Vince, Ian, Angela, Hera (Cat), and Jon!

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The pick this month was a mere suggestion from Corey which grew legs to become an all in team pick. And, it’s easy to see why, this is The Ocean’s 10th full length and they’ve yet to do anything less than EPIC. Ian puts his college learning to good use in explaining the history and timeline while Hera dives deep into themes and tie ins to Phan 1. Vince loves the concept but…prog…so, he is mixed on everything except the one track that features a strong black metal backbone. Go figure. Jon, Angela and Buke enjoyed it for what it is, another stellar entry into a major catalog from a truly amazing band. One thing is for sure, this just might be the deepest dive into an album we’ve done since the beginning of these album of the month picks. Plus, car alarms from possible dinosaurs roaming the streets?

All that and a “what else drove our boats” in September along with August since we missed that episode. But, pay close attention to the Steve Von Till section which was slated as the August pick from Josh but work and life didn’t cooperate in time for it to flesh out. And, a heartwarming tribute to Power Trip’s Riley Gale. At nearly 2-1/2 hours, this episode is chock full of stuff to keep you thinking of history, progressive metal and a whole host of albums to explore. So jump in and get an earful!

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Phanerozoic II: Mesozoic | Cenozoic is available now on Metal Blade and Pelagic Records.  For more information on The Ocean, visit their Facebook page.