Blood of Saints
Engel · 2012
38 min · 11 tracks · melodic death metal
A relentless blend of melodic death metal and aggressive riffs, punctuated by soaring vocals and dark lyrical themes.
Top tracks — play these first
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Question Your Place — As the opening track, it sets the tone with an infectious melody and powerful lyrics that critique complacency and self-doubt. Its energetic riffs make it a standout introduction to the album's themes.
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Cash King — This track critiques materialism and societal values through a catchy chorus and driving rhythm, showcasing Engel's ability to blend thought-provoking lyrics with engaging melodies.
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Blood of Saints — The title track encapsulates the album’s dark themes, featuring haunting vocals and complex instrumentation that reflect both vulnerability and strength, making it emblematic of Engel's sound.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
Engel's 'Blood of Saints' showcases strong songwriting and production, balancing aggression with melody effectively.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a high-energy track that sets a fast tempo, which is maintained through the first half before slowing down in the latter tracks.
- Each song features a combination of harsh and clean vocals, often alternating within verses to create dynamic contrasts.
- Several tracks incorporate melodic guitar solos that serve as transitions between heavier sections, enhancing the overall flow of the album.
- 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
Little footprint beyond its audience. 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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Journey's End
The closing verse reflects on despair and acceptance as it shifts between hope and resignation.
This shift in tone at the end emphasizes a journey not just about survival but also about coming to terms with one's fate.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Question Your Place 3:35
- 2 Frontline 2:57
- 3 Feel Afraid 3:06
- 4 Numb 2:54
- 5 Cash King 4:40
- 6 One Good Thing 3:20
- 7 Blood of Saints 3:15
- 8 Down to Nothing 3:29
- 9 Drama Queen 3:17
- 10 In Darkness 3:05
- 11 Journey's End 4:49
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