Meshuggah - Violent Sleep of Reason Lyrics

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What inspired the title of the song 'Violent Sleep of Reason'?

   The title was inspired by an etching by Spanish painter Francisco Goya called 'The Sleep of Reason Produces Monsters.' The etching and the album's themes address issues like terrorism, extremist views, and religious dogma.

2. Who were the main contributors to the writing of 'Violent Sleep of Reason'?

   Drummer Tomas Haake was the main lyricist for the song. Bassist Dick Lövgren also contributed significantly to the writing process for this album, while lead guitarist Fredrik Thordendal wrote less than usual due to a rumored side project.

3. What is unique about how Meshuggah recorded this album?

   'Violent Sleep of Reason' was recorded live in an attempt to capture a more honest and raw sound. This approach contrasts with their previous albums like Koloss and obZen, which were more polished through computer editing.

4. What are some critical responses to 'Violent Sleep of Reason'?

   The album received universal acclaim from critics. Max Frank from Metalsucks.net gave it five out of five stars, calling it a 'tour-de-force,' while Adrien Begrand from Terrorizer described it as 'masterful.' Stefan Andonov from Prog Sphere praised its aggressive music that would attract more metalheads.

5. Was 'Violent Sleep of Reason' recognized with any awards or nominations?

   'Violent Sleep of Reason' was shortlisted by IMPALA for the Album of the Year Award 2016. Additionally, Meshuggah received a Grammy nomination for their song 'Clockworks' under the Best Metal Performance category.