The 2018 album "Animal" from Shining saw the band further push their avant-garde black metal sound into new territories. This marked a significant point in their discography.
- "Animal" was released on October 19, 2018, by Spinefarm Records. The album marked a shift in the band's sound, incorporating more melodic and atmospheric elements than their previous works. It received mixed reviews from critics, with some praising the band's experimentation while others felt it strayed too far from their black metal roots.
- The album features guest vocals from Suicide's Jarboe on the track "The Dying Flame." The album was produced by Shining themselves, with additional mixing and mastering by Endre Kirkesola. Shining toured extensively in support of "Animal," playing festivals and headlining shows across Europe and North America.
- The album's title track, "Animal," was released as a single prior to the album's release, accompanied by a music video. The album art for "Animal" was created by artist Costin Chioreanu, known for his work with other metal bands. "Animal" reached number 30 on the Norwegian album charts, making it one of Shining's highest-charting releases in their home country.
Shining is a Norwegian black metal band formed in 2000. They are known for their unique blend of black metal and avant-garde elements, often incorporating jazz and classical music into their sound.
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