Episode 69 — Minds No Longer Present: Eucharist’s Mirrorworlds

Often overlooked relative to Gothenburg luminaries such as At the Gates, In Flames, and Dark Tranquility, Eucharist, whose entire legacy hinges upon two full-length albums and a clutch of compilation tracks, recorded some of the most vibrant, imaginative melodic death metal of the era. It’s that second album that we zoom in on with episode 69 of Radical Research, those luxurious curves of the band's swansong, Mirrorworlds. Join us as we venture into the cosmic sphere and greet immortality.  Note I: Contributed by Radical Research listener Chris Warunki, you can read a Eucharist interview from 2016 right here:  https://www.radicalresearch.org/eucharist-interview-circa-march-2016/ Note II: Please consider donating if you listen to Radical Research often: https://www.paypal.me/rrpodcast We also have a webstore where you can find shirts, CDs, and books: https://www.radicalresearch.org/shop/ Music cited, in order of appearance: “Wounded and Alone” (W.A.R. Compilation, 1995) “The Predictable End” (W.A.R. Compilation, 1995) “Mirrorworld” (Mirrorworlds, 1997) “Dissolving” (Mirrorworlds, 1997) “With the Sun” (Mirrorworlds, 1997) “The Eucharist” (Mirrorworlds, 1997) “Demons” (Mirrorworlds, 1997) “Fallen” (Mirrorworlds, 1997) “In Nakedness” (Mirrorworlds, 1997) “Bloodred Stars” (Mirrorworlds, 1997) Episode 70 preview: Solefald, “Mont Blanc Providence Crow” (In Harmonia Universali, 2003) Radical Research is a conversation about the inner- and outer-reaches of rock and metal music. This podcast is conceived and conducted by Jeff Wagner and Hunter Ginn. Though we consume music in a variety of ways, we give particular privilege to the immersive, full-album listening experience. Likewise, we believe that tangible music formats help provide the richest, most rewarding immersions and that music, artwork, and song titles cooperate to produce a singular effect on the listener. Great music is worth more than we ever pay for it.