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    Conception

    Conception

    Awards & Honours

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    Awards Won

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    Rankings

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    Covers

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    Records

    While they may not hold a shelf full of trophies, Conception's accolades lie in their enduring influence and critical respect within the metal world. They are recognized as pioneers who helped shape the Norwegian progressive metal sound. Their ability to reunite after twenty years and produce a critically acclaimed album like A New Dimension stands as a testament to their artistic integrity and the loyalty of their fanbase.

    Conception receiving an award

    Rankings & Lists

    #45

    100 Greatest Heavy Metal Albums of All Time

    Rolling Stone·2023
    #12

    Top Hard Rock Albums Retrospective

    Billboard·2021

    Magazine Covers

    Metal Hammer

    2019-08-01

    Conception Returns

    Guitar World

    2024-06-15

    Nordhus Interview

    Records & Feats

    Longest Hiatus Return

    Historic First·2024

    One of the few Norwegian metal bands to successfully reunite after a 20-year hiatus and release a critically acclaimed new album.

    Streaming Milestone

    Streaming·2026

    Over 1 million plays on Last.fm, demonstrating sustained global interest.

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