The Coral Tombs, Ahab's fifth album, released on Shinigami Records, continues their exploration of maritime-themed funeral doom metal. The album features a return to the more melodic and atmospheric elements of their earlier work.
- The album was produced by the band members themselves, with Daniel Älvestam contributing additional guitars. It was recorded and mixed at Ahab's own home studio. The album's lyrics are inspired by Herman Melville's Moby Dick.
- The album was released on February 14, 2023, and has been praised by critics for its consistent quality and thematic depth. It entered the German album charts at number 38.
- The album's cover art was created by artist Sebastian Swoboda, who also worked on the band's previous album, 'The Boats of the 'Goshima'.
Ahab is a German funeral doom metal band formed in 2004. They are known for their long, epic songs and lyrical themes inspired by the sea and maritime literature.
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