Chrono.Naut / Nuclear Guru
Electric Wizard · 1998
30 min · 3 tracks · doom metal
A sprawling odyssey of heavy riffs and psychedelic textures envelops the listener in a dark, cosmic haze.
Top tracks — play these first
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Chrono.naut / Chrono.naut Phase II (Chaos Revealed) — Clocking in at over 17 minutes, this track exemplifies Electric Wizard's melding of doom metal with expansive psychedelic elements, creating an immersive experience that sets the tone for the entire EP.
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Nuclear Guru — This track stands out with its catchy yet heavy riff, showcasing the band's ability to balance accessibility with a darker lyrical theme that resonates within the stoner metal community.
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Hand of Doom — A cover of Black Sabbath’s classic, this rendition highlights Electric Wizard’s reverence for their influences while infusing it with their distinct sound, bridging generations of metal.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
This EP showcases strong compositions and craft but lacks some cohesion due to its experimental nature.
What we noticed
- The first track is a lengthy, multi-part composition that shifts between heavy riffs and ambient sections, creating a sense of journey.
- The second track features a consistent, slow tempo with layered guitar effects that build a dense atmosphere throughout its duration.
- The final track incorporates elements of traditional doom metal while also experimenting with psychedelic soundscapes, contrasting with the preceding tracks.
- 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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5/10
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 Chrono.naut / Chrono.naut Phase II (Chaos Revealed) 17:06
- 2 Nuclear Guru 6:47
- 3 Hand of Doom 7:02
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