Conclusion of an Age
Sylosis · 2008
59 min · 12 tracks · thrash metal
Fierce melodic death metal intertwines with thrash elements, creating an atmospheric exploration of despair and resilience.
Top tracks — play these first
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The Blackest Skyline — This track features a haunting melody paired with aggressive riffs, encapsulating the thematic essence of the album while showcasing the band's technical skill.
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Conclusion of an Age — The title track serves as a climactic centerpiece, blending orchestral elements with heavy instrumentation to reflect the overarching themes of loss and reflection present throughout the album.
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After Lifeless Years — Opening with a powerful riff, this song captures the struggle against despair through dynamic shifts in tempo and intensity, representing the band's ability to convey emotion through music.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases strong compositions with intricate arrangements and effective pacing, though it remains within established genre boundaries.
What we noticed
- The first three tracks feature rapid tempo changes, alternating between blast beats and melodic passages, creating a dynamic opening.
- Several songs incorporate dual guitar harmonies that build tension before resolving into heavier riffs, particularly in 'Transcendence' and 'Conclusion of an Age'.
- The album's final track, 'Oath of Silence', features a gradual deceleration in tempo, allowing for a reflective conclusion after the preceding intensity.
- 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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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- intense emotional catharsis
- epic narratives through sound
- invigorating energy for workouts
- detailed sonic exploration
- dark themes with melodic relief
Maybe skip if you
- prefer light-hearted listening
- seek quick, easy tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- When Sylosis released Conclusion of an Age in 2008, they were solidifying their place in the metal scene following their debut album, which garnered attention for its technical prowess. This album marked a crucial moment as they began to refine their sound and gain wider recognition, showcasing a matured songwriting approach that appealed to both hardcore fans and newcomers.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Architects· Soilwork· Killswitch Engage
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Desolate Seas 1:06
- 2 After Lifeless Years 4:57
- 3 The Blackest Skyline 4:56
- 4 Transcendence 4:27
- 5 Reflections Through Fire 4:29
- 6 Conclusion of an Age 5:40
- 7 Swallow the World 5:56
- 8 Teras 5:20
- 9 Withered 4:38
- 10 Last Remaining Light 7:39
- 11 Stained Humanity 4:29
- 12 Oath of Silence 5:29
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