Nevermore kicks ass, and more than enough to reason to dive into their discography once again. To my surprise, many Nevermore albums have actually grown even more over the years. Maybe it’s my diversified music taste, but I definitely feel they have even more to offer. Simply one of the best bands ever!
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Nevermore full-length discography
- “Nevermore” (1995)
- “The Politics of Ecstacy” (1996)
- “Dreaming Neon Black” (1999)
- “Dead Heart in a Dead World” (2000)
- “Enemies of Reality” (2003)
- “This Godless Endeavour” (2007)
- “The Obsidian Conspiracy” (2010)
My history with Nevermore
Nevermore hit me fast and hard in the early 2000’s around the time when “Enemies of Reality” came out. It took me some time to gain and understanding for the mish-mash of styles and moods, but I instantly took a liking to Warrel’s characteristic vocals and the huge hooks.
Over time, I think the band has only grown in importance to me, probably for two reasons: my music taste has grown more ecletic and I’ve come to understand their influences better, and I definitely like my music to be more visceral the older I get. Anyway, enough background. Let’s dive into the Nevermore discography!
Nevermore discography countdown
7. “The Obsidian Conspiracy” (2010)
There’s just no denying that this in Nevermore firing blanks. Strangely, it’s still pretty good, and sends most other metal bands packing. It’s nicely put together and produced, but many of the Nevermore characteristics are nowhere to be found. To put it bluntly, it’s pretty vanilla. I miss raging psychedelia/anti-government Warrel, and I miss Loomis churning out more than competent metal riffs that you could find in another bands. “The Obsidian Conspiracy” is also the one that has aged the worst since last hearing it.
Fav track(s): “Moonrise (Through Mirrors of Death)” & “The Obsidian Conspiracy”
6. “Nevermore” (1995)
Nevermore is not firing on all cylinders yet, but this album definitely has its charm. Some of it feels like the logical step after Sanctuary, and some of it sounds like what would be “The Politics of Ecstacy”. And both those options obviously rock, even if it doesn’t rock as much as what’s to come. I have to say this has aged pretty well, too.
Fav track(s): “What Tomorrow Knows” & “Sea of Possibilities”
5. “This Godless Endeavour” (2007)
This placement might be a tad controversial, but it’s not because I don’t love the fuck out of this album. Nevermore reached their peak success around this era, and it’s understandable. I think they really found a sweet spot here, combining the unique Nevermore traits with broadly attractive metal characteristics. The hooks are huge, and so is the production. Loomis is borrowing riff ideas left and right, from melodeath to thrash and groove metal, while Warrel is going for the throat, sounding equally infectious and passionate. Definitely a deserved legendary status album.
Fav track(s): “My Acid Words” & “The Psalm of Lydia”
4. “Enemies of Reality” (2003)
I’ve always had a sweet spot for this record. It’s Nevermore at its peak angriest, and several of the tracks enter death metal territory. Much of the previous album’s eloquence is gone, as Warrel mostly spews, spurts and snarls. I love the wild anger of this album, and it is also coupled with plenty of amazing riffs and hooks. Loomis mostly leaning into death metal and djent stylings with Warrel this pissed off on top just works like a charm. Another Nevermore 5/5:er that held up great over the years.
Fav track(s): “Enemies of Reality” & “I, Voyager”
3. “Dead Heart in a Dead World” (2000)
The album that largely broke Nevermore into the metal mainstream. Much like the previous two releases, this one has aged well. It’s hugely different to “Dreaming Neon Black” that came out just a year earlier, especially since the 6-string guitars got switched out for 7-string chugs. The groove metal and djent leanings do work very well though, and Warrel contributes some of his strongest vocal hooks on this one. Not to mention that the Andy Sneap production job is amazing and super-influential. A classic in its own right, and I love every song.
Fav track(s): “The River Dragon Has Come” & “Engines of Hate”
2. “The Politics of Ecstacy” (1996)
I hadn’t listened to this album in a long time, and I can confirm it firmly kicks ass in 2025, too. It manages to be a riff-fest, while also diving into pure psychedelia at times. Huge hooks, wild passion and 10/10 musicianship. Wouldn’t change a moment on this record, and that it ends so goddamn epic is just the cherry on an already tasty cake.
Fav track(s): “The Learning” & “The Politics of Ecstasy”
1. “Dreaming Neon Black” (1999)
Where the previous album excels in being an aggressive, psychedelic, riff-driven masterpiece, this one leans more into atmosphere and emotion. It’s a concept album with an epic scope, and to me it sounds better than ever before in 2025. Huge levels of sincere emotion, great dynamics, and many interesting twists and turns. Definitely something no other band could’ve written. I consider it a near-perfect album.
Fav track(s): “Beyond Within” & “Deconstruction”
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