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"In Cauda Venenum" is the thirteenth studio album by the Swedish progressive rock band Opeth, released in 2019. The album is notable for being released in two separate versions, one in English and one in Swedish, marking the first time the band recorded an entire album in their native language. The title translates to "Poison in the tail," an allusion to the lethal sting of a scorpion. Musically, the record continues the band's departure from death metal, focusing on 1970s-inspired progressive rock with heavy use of Hammond organs and dynamic vocal harmonies.
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Why are there two versions of Opeth's In Cauda Venenum?
The 2019 album "In Cauda Venenum" was released in two separate versions: one in English and one in Swedish. This marked the first time Opeth recorded an entire album in their native Swedish language.
What does the album title In Cauda Venenum mean?
The phrase translates from Latin as "poison in the tail." It refers to the concept that the most dangerous or consequential part of something comes at the very end.
What musical style does In Cauda Venenum showcase?
The record continues Opeth's shift away from their early death metal roots. It leans heavily into 1970s-style progressive rock, featuring acoustic guitars, Hammond organs, and clean vocals by frontman Mikael Åkerfeldt.
Which Opeth band members recorded In Cauda Venenum?
The album features Mikael Åkerfeldt on vocals and guitars, alongside Fredrik Åkesson on guitars. The rhythm section is completed by Martín Méndez on bass and Martin Axenrot on drums, who had been with the band since 2004.
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