Crack the Skye
Mastodon
15th Anniversary Deluxe Edition
Release Date: ย October 4, 2024
Mastodon’s Crack the Skye is a landmark album that solidified the band’s reputation as one of the most innovative forces in modern metal.
Released in 2009, this progressive metal masterpiece takes listeners on a journey through themes of astral travel, Russian history, and spiritual awakening, all woven together by complex rhythms and soaring melodies.
The album features standout tracks like “Oblivion,” “Divinations,” and the epic 13-minute “The Last Baron,” showcasing the bandโs ability to blend heaviness with intricate musicianship.
The 15th Anniversary Deluxe Edition of Crack the Skye is a celebration of this iconic release, offering fans a chance to experience the album in a new light.
This edition features remastered audio that brings even greater clarity and depth to the album’s dense layers.
Alongside the original tracks, the deluxe set includes rare and unreleased material, such as demos, instrumental versions, and live recordings that capture the band’s raw energy and precision.
Housed in deluxe packaging with new artwork and expanded liner notes, this edition is a must-have for both long-time fans and newcomers.
Crack the Skye remains a defining moment in Mastodon’s career, and this anniversary edition ensures its legacy continues to resonate.
Track Listings
Disc: 1
| 1 | Oblivion |
| 2 | Divinations |
| 3 | Quintessence |
| 4 | The Czar: Usurper / Escape / Martyr / Spiral |
Disc: 2
| 1 | Ghost of Karelia |
| 2 | Crack the Skye |
| 3 | The Last Baron |
Disc: 3
| 1 | Oblivion (Score) |
| 2 | Divinations (Score) |
| 3 | Quintessence (Score) |
| 4 | The Czar: Usurper / Escape / Martyr / Spiral (Score) |
Disc: 4
| 1 | Ghost of Karelia (Score) |
| 2 | Crack the Skye (Score) |
| 3 | The Last Baron (Score) |
