Aura
CMX · 1994
56 min · 12 tracks · progressive rock
A vibrant fusion of progressive rock and poetic lyricism, weaving intricate melodies with evocative storytelling.
Top tracks — play these first
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Mikään ei vie sitä pois Start here — The opening track sets the tone for the album with its haunting melody and introspective lyrics, showcasing CMX's signature blend of rock and poetry.
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Elokuun kruunu — This track features lush instrumentation and a compelling narrative arc, reflecting themes of nostalgia and longing that resonate throughout the album.
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Pilvien kuningas — At nearly ten minutes long, this epic track embodies the progressive nature of the album, with complex arrangements and shifts that capture the listener’s attention.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
Aura blends intricate melodies with literary themes, showcasing CMX's unique style within progressive rock.
What we noticed
- Lyrical themes are deeply rooted in Finnish literature, with each track telling a distinct story that complements the music.
- The final track, 'Aura', serves as a reflective conclusion, contrasting with the more energetic pieces earlier in the album.
- Composition 25% of the score
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8/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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8/10
- 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
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
- long, immersive listening sessions
- dynamic emotional journeys
- gradual builds and payoffs
- atmospheric background focus
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Critical Peak — Cemented CMX's status with a unique blend of rock and literature, receiving critical acclaim.
- Themes
- Finnish nostalgia· poetic storytelling
- Career context
- Released in 1994, Aura is CMX's fifth studio album, following their breakthrough record, Rautakantele. At this point in their career, the band had solidified their reputation in the Finnish music scene, blending rock with literary influences that would define their sound.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Amorphis· Opeth· Porcupine Tree
Tracklist
- 1 Mikään ei vie sitä pois Start here 3:20
- 2 Sametinpehmeä 2:56
- 3 Elokuun kruunu 4:35
- 4 Ruoste 4:01
- 5 Nainen tanssii tangoa 4:35
- 6 Turkoosi 4:19
- 7 Kultanaamio 4:56
- 8 Raskas 4:16
- 9 Talvipäivänseisaus 4:43
- 10 Työt ja päivät 5:18
- 11 Pilvien kuningas 9:27
- 12 Aura 3:30
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