Gojira – Fortitude (Black Ice Vinyl)

Fortitude is the seventh studio album by the French heavy metal band Gojira, released on April 30, 2021. The album was recorded at Silver Cord Studio in New York City and produced by lead vocalist Joe Duplantier. It blends progressive metal, groove metal, and post-metal elements, showcasing the band’s technical prowess and environmental activism.
Thematically, Fortitude encourages self-reinforcement and courage to face global challenges. Tracks like “Amazonia” highlight environmental issues, while songs like “Born for One Thing” and “The Chant” deliver powerful messages through intricate compositions and melodic hooks. The album received critical acclaim and was named one of the best metal albums of 2021 by several publications.