A Perfect Absolution
Gorod · 2012
47 min · 11 tracks · technical death metal
Precision-driven riffs and intricate rhythms collide with guttural vocals and atmospheric interludes in a masterclass of technical death metal.
Top tracks — play these first
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Birds of Sulphur — This track encapsulates the band's signature blend of technicality and melody, featuring intricate guitar work that highlights their compositional prowess.
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The Axe of God — With its relentless pace and complex time signatures, this track exemplifies the band's ability to fuse brutality with sophistication, making it a standout piece.
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5000 at the Funeral — This song showcases Gorod's lyrical depth alongside their musical complexity, exploring themes of mortality through engaging rhythmic shifts and layered instrumentation.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album excels in intricate compositions and technical execution, making it a strong entry in its genre.
What we noticed
- Interludes between heavier tracks often incorporate atmospheric elements, creating a contrast that enhances the intensity of the following songs.
- Several tracks exceed the five-minute mark, allowing for extended instrumental passages that develop themes over time.
- Composition 25% of the score
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8/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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7/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- intense focus on intricate rhythms
- short bursts of powerful energy
- immersive atmosphere during deep listening
- cathartic release through technical precision
Maybe skip if you
- seeking laid-back background music
- prefer straightforward song structures
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By the release of A Perfect Absolution in 2012, Gorod had established themselves as a prominent force within the technical death metal scene, following their critically acclaimed album Process of a New Decline released in 2009. The album marked their transition to a more refined sound, showcasing their ability to blend complex musicianship with thematic depth.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Obscura· Beyond Creation· Necrophagist
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The Call to Redemption 1:10
- 2 Birds of Sulphur 3:58
- 3 Sailing Into the Earth 4:55
- 4 Elements and Spirit 5:07
- 5 The Axe of God 3:46
- 6 5000 at the Funeral 5:53
- 7 Carved in the Wind 6:19
- 8 Varangian Paradise 4:32
- 9 Tribute of Blood 4:02
- 10 The Axe of God (Live) 3:54
- 11 Birds of Sulphur (Live) 4:16
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