What makes Air (Astronoid album) by Astronoid notable?

Air received significant critical acclaim, praised for its innovative sound that blends elements of post-rock and metal. The album's standout production and emotional depth helped it gain traction in the underground music community, leading to notable festival appearances and growing recognition within the alternative music scene. Released on January 1, 2016, Air is Astronoid's debut album, introducing their unique sound that merges shoegaze with progressive metal. At this point, the band was seeking to carve out a niche in the heavy music scene, building on their previous EPs and evolving their sonic identity.

How many songs are on Air (Astronoid album)?

Air (Astronoid album) has 9 tracks, running approximately 50 minutes.

Released 10 years ago

Air (Astronoid album)

Astronoid · 2016

50 min · 9 tracks

A celestial blend of metal and ethereal melodies, creating a soundscape both expansive and intimate.

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Incandescent — The opening track establishes the album's ethereal yet heavy atmosphere, combining soaring vocals with intricate guitar work that sets the tone for the entire record.
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Resin — This track showcases the band's ability to seamlessly blend aggressive instrumentation with lush melodies, embodying the core essence of their sound.
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Air — The title track encapsulates the album's thematic exploration of lightness versus heaviness, featuring dynamic contrasts that highlight Astronoid's unique approach to songwriting.

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Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

64 /100

Treeline

Higher than 79% of albums we've rated

The album combines metal and shoegaze elements effectively, creating a distinct sound that stands out in its genre.

What we noticed

The album opens with a high-energy track that features layered guitar harmonies and soaring vocals, setting a dynamic tone.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 8/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 8/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 7/10

Influence 4/10

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.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

1 Incandescent 5:11
2 Up and Atom 6:17
3 Resin 6:30
4 Violence 2:21
5 Homesick 4:47
6 Tin Foil Hats 5:09
7 Air 6:09
8 Obsolete 6:11
9 Trail of Sulfur 7:26

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