What makes Clivages by Univers Zéro notable?

Clivages received critical acclaim for its innovative approach to composition and instrumentation, reinforcing Univers Zéro's influence in the progressive rock scene. The album further established their status, appealing not only to long-time fans but also attracting new listeners who appreciated their complex musical structures. Released on January 26, 2010, Clivages is Univers Zéro's sixth studio album, following the acclaimed 2006 release, Implosion. At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their reputation as pioneers of avant-garde music, continuing to explore and expand their unique sound within the progressive rock genre.

How many songs are on Clivages?

Clivages has 10 tracks, running approximately 66 minutes.

Clivages

Univers Zéro · 2010

66 min · 10 tracks · progressive rock

A complex tapestry of progressive rock, blending intricate rhythms with dark, atmospheric textures and haunting melodies.

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Warrior — This track exemplifies Univers Zéro's signature blend of tension and melody, showcasing their ability to construct a narrative through dynamic instrumentation over its lengthy runtime.
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Straight Edge — As one of the longest tracks on the album, Straight Edge explores shifting tempos and moods, highlighting the band's intricate compositional style while drawing listeners into a deeper emotional experience.
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Les kobolds — Opening the album, Les kobolds sets the tone with its eerie atmosphere and complex arrangements, effectively introducing the listener to the album's thematic depth and sonic richness.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

65 /100

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Higher than 88% of albums we've rated

Clivages showcases intricate compositions and unique instrumentation, solidifying Univers Zéro's distinct sound in progressive rock.

Composition 25% of the score: 8/10
Craft 20% of the score: 7/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 8/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 7/10

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 Les kobolds 4:15
2 Warrior 12:10
3 Vacillements 3:35
4 Earth Scream 3:11
5 Soubresauts 7:59
6 Apesanteur 3:40
7 Three Days 5:53
8 Straight Edge 13:57
9 Retour de foire 7:42
10 Les cercles d'Horus 3:45

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