Mastodon - Ancient Kingdom Lyrics

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Who are the authors of the song 'Ancient Kingdom'?

   'Ancient Kingdom' was written by Mastodon band members Troy Jayson Sanders, William Brent Hinds, Brann Timothy Dailor, and William Breen Kelliher.

2. On which album is 'Ancient Kingdom' featured?

   'Ancient Kingdom' is featured on Mastodon's seventh studio album, 'Emperor of Sand.'

3. Where was the album 'Emperor of Sand' recorded and mixed?

   The album 'Emperor of Sand' was recorded at the Quarry in Kennesaw, Georgia, and mixed at Henson Recording Studios in Los Angeles.

4. Who produced Mastodon's album 'Emperor of Sand'?

   The album 'Emperor of Sand' was produced by Brendan O'Brien, who previously worked with Mastodon on their 2009 album 'Crack the Skye.'

5. What inspired the themes and lyrics of 'Ancient Kingdom' and the rest of the 'Emperor of Sand' album?

   The themes and lyrics of 'Ancient Kingdom' and the rest of 'Emperor of Sand' were inspired by the band members' personal experiences with family and friends diagnosed with cancer, reflecting on mortality, survival, and the battle against illness.

6. What recognition did the album 'Emperor of Sand' receive?

   The album 'Emperor of Sand' received generally favorable reviews and its first track, 'Sultan's Curse,' won the Grammy Award for Best Metal Performance in 2018. The album was also nominated for Best Rock Album.