PitchforkJul 19, 2026
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Each Sunday, Pitchfork takes an in-depth look at a significant album from the past, and any record not in our archives is eligible.
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Opeth
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- New NoiseAug 3, 2026
News: Sigh Release New Single ‘Unputenpu’ Featuring Opeth’s Mikael Åkerfeldt (opens in new tab)
Japanese extreme metal act Sigh return with their new single “Unputenpu” which features legendary Mikael Åkerfeldt from Opeth.