Automata II
Between the Buried and Me · 2018
33 min · 4 tracks · progressive metal
Complex arrangements merge progressive metal intricacies with a relentless metalcore energy, creating a dynamic listening experience.
Top tracks — play these first
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The Proverbial Bellow — This track opens the album with an expansive runtime that showcases intricate musical transitions and thematic depth, establishing the conceptual framework for the entire project.
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Voice of Trespass — This song features a compelling blend of melody and aggression, exemplifying the band's signature style while delving into existential themes, making it a standout moment on the album.
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Glide — Clocking in at just over two minutes, this interlude provides a brief yet impactful contrast to the longer tracks, demonstrating the band's ability to create atmosphere succinctly.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album's complex arrangements and dynamic shifts create a compelling progressive metal experience.
What we noticed
- The album features four tracks, each exceeding six minutes, allowing for extended instrumental passages and complex transitions.
- The final track concludes with a slow build-up that culminates in a climactic finish, leaving a lingering sense of tension.
- 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.
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Voice of Trespass
A pivotal verse shifts from introspection to an urgent call to action, capturing a sense of urgency about one's purpose.
This moment contrasts reflective lyrics with a sudden energetic shift, emphasizing a thematic transition that underscores the narrative arc of the album.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The Proverbial Bellow 13:16
- 2 Glide 2:13
- 3 Voice of Trespass 7:58
- 4 The Grid 9:45
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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