Atom and Time
Ruins · 2004
21 min · 4 tracks · black metal
A haunting blend of atmospheric soundscapes and raw, piercing vocals that envelop the listener in an emotional abyss.
Top tracks — play these first
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Desolation — The opening track sets a profound tone with its expansive instrumentation and melancholic melodies, encapsulating the thematic essence of the album.
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Winter — This track features an intricate interplay between haunting harmonies and relentless percussion, showcasing the band's ability to evoke intense emotional landscapes.
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The Oath — With its lengthy composition, this song exemplifies the band's knack for building atmospheric tension while maintaining a sense of vulnerability and depth.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The EP combines atmospheric elements with traditional black metal, creating a distinct sound that rewards multiple listens.
What we noticed
- The first track opens with a slow, atmospheric build-up that gradually introduces distorted guitars and layered vocals.
- The final track concludes with an extended ambient outro that fades out, creating a sense of closure after the preceding intensity.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- 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
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Little footprint beyond its audience. 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 Desolation 5:08
- 2 Winter 5:53
- 3 The Oath 6:41
- 4 Lightless 4:07
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