Carbon-Based Anatomy
Cynic · 2011
23 min · 6 tracks · alternative rock
Ethereal melodies intertwine with complex rhythms, creating a sonic landscape that reflects both introspection and cosmic exploration.
Top tracks — play these first
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Carbon-Based Anatomy — The title track encapsulates the album's thematic core, blending intricate instrumentation with contemplative lyrics about existence and humanity's place in the universe.
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Box Up My Bones — This track stands out for its haunting melody and lyrical exploration of mortality and identity, capturing the essence of the album's introspective journey.
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Elves Beam Out — With its ethereal soundscapes and layered vocals, this track exemplifies Cynic's unique fusion of progressive metal and ambient music, illustrating their artistic growth.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The EP showcases intricate compositions and a cohesive sound, reflecting Cynic's evolution while maintaining their distinct identity.
What we noticed
- The first track features a slow build with layered guitar harmonies that gradually introduce the ethereal vocals.
- The final track ends with a long ambient outro, allowing the listener to linger in the sonic space created throughout the EP.
- 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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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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8/10
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.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Amidst the Coals 2:11
- 2 Carbon-Based Anatomy 6:24
- 3 Bija! 2:27
- 4 Box Up My Bones 5:32
- 5 Elves Beam Out 3:59
- 6 Hieroglyph 2:27
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