...And Death Said Live
Mors Principium Est · 2012
46 min · 11 tracks · melodic death metal
Pummeling riffs intertwine with soaring melodies, creating a sonic landscape that is both aggressive and ethereal.
Top tracks — play these first
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I Will Return — This track features a compelling mix of aggression and melody, highlighted by its anthemic chorus that captures the band's signature sound.
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Bringer of Light — With its dynamic shifts and hauntingly beautiful solos, this song exemplifies the band's ability to blend heavy instrumentation with emotional depth.
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Dead Winds of Hope — This closing track encapsulates the album's themes through its expansive arrangements and lyrical exploration of despair and resilience.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases intricate compositions and strong production, solidifying its place in melodic death metal.
What we noticed
- Vocals alternate between harsh growls and melodic singing, often layered to enhance the emotional impact of the lyrics.
- Several tracks incorporate orchestral elements, adding depth to the sound without overshadowing the metal instrumentation.
- The final track concludes with an extended instrumental section that gradually fades out, allowing for a reflective ending.
- 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
- aggressive yet ethereal soundscapes
- cathartic bursts of energy
- reflective moments amidst intensity
- narrative journey through tracks
Maybe skip if you
- prefer instant gratification
- dislike extended emotional builds
Where this album fits
- Career context
- In 2012, Mors Principium Est released ...And Death Said Live as their fourth studio album, following the critically acclaimed Liberation = Termination. This album marked a period of renewed creativity for the band, showcasing their evolution within the melodic death metal scene after a brief hiatus.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Insomnium· Dark Tranquillity· Soilwork
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The Awakening 0:55
- 2 Departure 5:44
- 3 I Will Return 4:29
- 4 Birth of the Starchild 4:12
- 5 Bringer of Light 4:16
- 6 Ascension 4:30
- 7 …and Death Said Live 2:01
- 8 Destroyer of All 3:57
- 9 What the Future Holds? 5:28
- 10 The Meadows of Asphodel 4:24
- 11 Dead Winds of Hope 6:23
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