Anti-Urban
Drudkh · 2007
13 min · 2 tracks · black metal
A haunting blend of atmospheric black metal and folk elements that evokes the desolate beauty of the Ukrainian landscape.
Top tracks — play these first
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Fallen Into Oblivion — This opening track sets the tone for the album with its expansive soundscapes and melancholic melodies, showcasing Drudkh's unique blend of aggression and introspection.
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Ashes — The final track encapsulates the album's themes by merging somber riffs with sweeping atmospheric elements, creating a poignant conclusion to the listening experience.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The EP's blend of atmospheric and folk elements creates a unique sound within its genre, supported by strong craftsmanship.
What we noticed
- The EP features two lengthy tracks, each over seven minutes, allowing for extended atmospheric development.
- Both tracks incorporate folk instrumentation alongside traditional black metal elements, creating a layered soundscape.
- The first track opens with a slow build-up that gradually introduces harsher vocals and faster instrumentation, while the second track maintains a more consistent tempo throughout.
- 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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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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8/10
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Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Fallen Into Oblivion 6:54
- 2 Ashes 6:22
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