A Higher Place
Born of Osiris · 2009
34 min · 13 tracks · metalcore
Technical riffs and aggressive breakdowns intertwine with atmospheric interludes, creating a sonic landscape that is both chaotic and immersive.
Top tracks — play these first
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Rebirth — As an opening track, Rebirth sets the tone for the album with its explosive energy and intricate guitar work, immediately drawing listeners into the band's world.
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Live Like I'm Real — This track features a perfect balance of melodic elements and heavy riffs, embodying the band's signature sound while delivering an uplifting message about authenticity.
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Thrive — Thrive stands out with its catchy chorus and dynamic shifts between harsh vocals and melodic passages, making it a memorable anthem that resonates with fans.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends technical riffs with atmospheric elements, creating a compelling but somewhat familiar sound.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album features rapid tempo changes, with tracks alternating between intricate guitar riffs and heavy breakdowns.
- Several tracks incorporate atmospheric interludes that create a contrast to the aggressive sections, notably in 'Exist' and 'A Higher Place'.
- The album's final track, 'Faces of Death', concludes with a gradual fade-out, leaving an unresolved feeling that invites further listening.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
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
- steady, consistent energy levels
- dynamic emotional journeys
- long, immersive listening sessions
- gradual builds and payoffs
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in early 2009, A Higher Place was Born of Osiris's second studio album, following their debut, The New Reign. This album marked a significant step in the band’s evolution, showcasing their blend of deathcore and djent influences while solidifying their place in the metalcore scene.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Veil of Maya· After the Burial· August Burns Red
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Now Arise
The verses shift from a sense of despair to a declaration of empowerment marks a pivotal turn in the song's narrative.
This shift not only contrasts the earlier tone but also reflects the album's overarching theme of overcoming adversity.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Rebirth 1:26
- 2 Elimination 2:05
- 3 The Accountable 2:12
- 4 Now Arise 3:52
- 5 Live Like I'm Real 2:42
- 6 Starved 2:46
- 7 Exist 2:16
- 8 Put to Rest 3:11
- 9 A Descent 2:18
- 10 A Higher Place 2:51
- 11 An Ascent 3:21
- 12 Thrive 2:41
- 13 Faces of Death 2:28
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