Norwegian progressive metal band formed in the 1990s, known for dramatic stylistic shifts from doom and gothic metal to long-form progressive works and an acoustic turn. Key releases include the 60-minute single-track Light of Day, Day of Darkness and the acoustic Acoustic Verses.

Reviews document the band's frequent stylistic changes (doom → post-death/prog → acoustic folk). Light of Day, Day of Darkness (2001) is presented as a single 60-minute track recorded with extensive production (review cites use of 150 tracks and over 600 samples) and numerous guest contributors and choirs. Acoustic Verses (2006) is a full acoustic, melancholic album. Leaves of Yesteryear (2020) is described as a comeback release containing new songs alongside a self-cover and a Black Sabbath cover; the band returned to live activity around 2014 before recording again.

Green Carnation is presented across DeBaser reviews as a Norwegian progressive metal band notable for frequent stylistic shifts. Light of Day, Day of Darkness (2001) is highlighted as a 60-minute single-track magnum opus. Acoustic Verses (2006) showcases a full acoustic, melancholic turn. Leaves of Yesteryear (2020) marks a comeback with a mix of new material, a self-cover and a Black Sabbath cover.

For:Fans of progressive metal and long-form compositions; listeners who appreciate doom/gothic influences and acoustic reinterpretations.

 As the title suggests, the metamorphosis compared to previous works is almost clear given that this is an acoustic album oriented towards a melancholy and poignant folk imbued with poetry and strong emotions that blend from the first to the last song.

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 It is quite possibly the best metal music since Opeth's "Morningrise" (1996); the best progressive music since Symphony X's "V: The New Mythology Suite" (2000), and the best 'magnum opus' since Rhapsody's "Power Of The Dragonflame" (2002).

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 Well, after this work, we can finally fully affirm that Green Carnation belong to the elite of music!

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 Green Carnation has returned in grand style with the same determination and inspiration, and that's enough.

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