A Determinism of Morality
Rosetta · 2010
47 min · 7 tracks · space rock
Ethereal soundscapes intertwine with heavy, expansive riffs, creating a transcendent journey through post-metal and space rock.
Top tracks — play these first
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Ayil — The opening track sets the tone with a delicate balance between serene melodies and crushing heaviness, encapsulating the album's unique dichotomy.
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Blue Day for Croatoa — This track embodies the band's ability to merge intricate guitar work with expansive soundscapes, showcasing their signature atmospheric style.
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A Determinism of Morality — As the title track, it encapsulates the overarching themes of the album while featuring a dynamic progression that highlights Rosetta's compositional prowess.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album's ambitious structure and seamless flow contribute to its strong conceptual unity and immersive quality.
What we noticed
- The album features extended track lengths, with three songs exceeding eight minutes, allowing for gradual build-ups and atmospheric shifts.
- Heavy guitar riffs are layered with ethereal synths, creating a contrast between weighty sound and airy textures throughout the record.
- Composition 25% of the score
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8/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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8/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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9/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- transcendent journeys through soundscapes
- patient unfolding of emotional depth
- immersive explorations of heavy atmospheres
- cathartic crescendos that resonate
Maybe skip if you
- prefer quick, catchy tunes
- seek immediate gratification
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By the time 'A Determinism of Morality' was released in 2010, Rosetta was establishing their identity within the post-metal genre after their 2006 debut album. This record marked their third full-length release, showcasing a matured sound that built upon the atmospheric elements present in their earlier work.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Cult of Luna· Isis· Neurosis
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Ayil 4:59
- 2 Je n'en connais pas la fin 6:49
- 3 Blue Day for Croatoa 6:37
- 4 Release 5:36
- 5 Revolve 6:43
- 6 Renew 6:09
- 7 A Determinism of Morality 10:50
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