Beyond the Fall of Time
Exmortus · 2008
46 min · 10 tracks · thrash metal
Technical thrash metal riffs intertwine with melodic solos, creating an exhilarating yet intricate listening experience.
Top tracks — play these first
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Kneel Before the Steel — The track features fast-paced rhythms and intricate guitar work that encapsulate Exmortus's signature blend of aggression and melody, making it a standout anthem for fans.
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Entombed With the Pharaohs — Blending historical themes with ferocious instrumentation, this track showcases the band's ability to create narrative-driven songs that resonate within the metal genre.
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Left to Die in the Paradox of Time — This song highlights complex time signatures and thematic depth, reflecting Exmortus's artistic aspirations while maintaining their thrash roots.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases technical proficiency with intricate compositions but may not have widespread recognition outside its genre.
What we noticed
- The album features rapid tempo changes, with tracks like 'Kneel Before the Steel' shifting from aggressive riffs to melodic solos within the same song.
- The last two tracks slow down the pace significantly, creating a contrast with the preceding intensity and allowing for a more atmospheric conclusion.
- 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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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
- dynamic journey through themes
- relentless barrage of energy
- headbanging moments with friends
- intense focus on technicality
Maybe skip if you
- prefer smooth, steady listening
- seek quick, standalone tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on January 1, 2008, Beyond the Fall of Time was Exmortus's second studio album, following their debut, In Hatred's Flame (2007). At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their presence in the technical thrash metal scene while honing their complex musical style and performance.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Warbringer· Havok· Municipal Waste
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Left to Die in the Paradox of Time
The verses present a shift from chaotic imagery to introspective questioning about existence and time.
The transition from vivid chaos to personal reflection creates a compelling contrast that deepens the emotional impact of the song.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Bane Forthcoming 1:08
- 2 Kneel Before the Steel 6:11
- 3 Black XIII 4:03
- 4 Beyond the Nile... 2:33
- 5 Entombed With the Pharaohs 6:20
- 6 Destroy 5:24
- 7 Crawling Chaos 5:36
- 8 Left to Die in the Paradox of Time 6:18
- 9 Khronos (Forever in the Void) 3:04
- 10 The Gathering 6:04
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