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Blink of an Eye

Enchant · 2002

62 min · 10 tracks · progressive metal

Melodic intricacies intertwine with dynamic shifts, creating an expansive soundscape that blends art rock and progressive metal elements.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Under Fire — The opening track sets the tone for the album with an aggressive yet melodic approach, highlighting the band's signature blend of complexity and accessibility.
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    Seeds of Hate — This track features profound lyrical themes and a compelling narrative structure, showcasing the band's ability to fuse storytelling with intricate musical arrangements.
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    Ultimate Gift — Clocking in at nearly eight minutes, this epic composition exemplifies Enchant's prowess in progressive rock, weaving complex time signatures with emotive melodies.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

60 /100
Treeline
Higher than 66% of albums we've rated

The album showcases intricate songwriting and musicianship typical of progressive metal, with dynamic shifts and complex arrangements.

What we noticed

  • Guitar solos frequently intertwine with keyboard melodies, creating a layered texture that is characteristic of progressive metal.
  • Several tracks exceed the six-minute mark, allowing for extended instrumental passages and thematic development.
Composition 25% of the score
7/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
8/10

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
6/10

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.

Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

  • Seeds of Hate

    A pivotal moment occurs when the lyrics shift from personal reflection to a broader commentary on societal issues, drawing a line between individual pain and c…

    This transition enriches the narrative depth, allowing listeners to connect personal struggles to larger themes of conflict and division.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Under Fire 5:57
  • 2 Monday 7:10
  • 3 Seeds of Hate 6:15
  • 4 Flat Line 5:24
  • 5 Follow the Sun 6:07
  • 6 Ultimate Gift 7:58
  • 7 My Everafter 5:39
  • 8 Invisible 5:41
  • 9 Despicable 4:14
  • 10 Prognosis 7:31

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