Spin It or Bin It

Opeth Discography Chapter V: Heritage & Pale Communion

Spin It or Bin It

Show Notes

Paul and Josh talk about Opeth's dramatic change in style from extreme metal with a touch of prog to pure progressive rock. They talk about what may have motivated the change in direction and whether Mikael Akerfeldt was successful in taking Opeth to new places.

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