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Biało-czarna

Kat & Roman Kostrzewski · 2011

60 min · 10 tracks · thrash metal

A visceral blend of thrash metal's aggression and haunting melodies, reflecting both darkness and introspection.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Maryja omen — This track exemplifies the album's intricate blend of heavy riffs and melodic undertones while exploring deep spiritual themes that resonate throughout the record.
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    Wolni od klęczenia — The song stands out for its defiant lyrics and driving rhythms, capturing the essence of resistance against oppression—a central theme of the album.
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    Diabelski dom, część IV — With its complex structure and thematic depth, this track embodies the band’s signature style while pushing the boundaries of traditional thrash metal.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

53 /100
Foothills
Higher than 40% of albums we've rated

The album combines aggressive thrash elements with introspective lyrics, showcasing strong songwriting but uneven execution.

What we noticed

  • The album opens with a fast-paced track that sets a relentless tempo, maintaining high energy through the first half before introducing slower, more melodic sections.
  • Several tracks feature abrupt shifts in dynamics, alternating between aggressive riffs and quieter, introspective moments, creating a sense of tension and release.
  • Lyrically, the album explores dark themes with a poetic approach, often reflecting on existential questions and societal issues.
Composition 25% of the score
7/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
6/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
6/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
7/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
5/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 4/10

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.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Bara 7:18
  • 2 Maryja omen 5:18
  • 3 Szkarłatny wir 6:44
  • 4 Diabelski dom, część IV 7:35
  • 5 Milczy trup 6:21
  • 6 Wolni od klęczenia 3:53
  • 7 Kupa świąt 4:56
  • 8 Bieluń 6:26
  • 9 Z boskim zyskiem 5:36
  • 10 Kapucyn zamknął drzwi 6:06

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