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Construct

Dark Tranquillity · 2013

113 min · 25 tracks · melodic death metal

Melodic death metal layers intertwine with atmospheric elements, creating a reflective and intense sonic landscape.

Why this album works

'Construct' received positive reviews and marked a successful continuation of Dark Tranquillity's evolution, peaking at number 11 on the Swedish albums chart. The album showcased a mature sound and thematic depth that contributed to its critical acclaim, reaffirming the band's influence in the metal scene.
Best for
dynamic journey with varied intensity reflective moments of introspection wave-like pacing for deep focus
Context
Released on May 27, 2013, 'Construct' is Dark Tranquillity's tenth studio album, following their 2010 release 'We Are the Void'. At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their legacy within the melodic death metal genre while experimenting with more progressive elements in their sound.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

Disc 1

  • 1 For Broken Words Standout 4:34
  • 2 The Science of Noise Standout 3:45
  • 3 Uniformity 5:30
  • 4 The Silence in Between 3:32
  • 5 Apathetic 3:29
  • 6 What Only You Know 4:01
  • 7 Endtime Hearts Standout 3:58
  • 8 State of Trust 4:06
  • 9 Weight of the End 4:55
  • 10 None Becoming 4:31
  • 11 Immemorial 5:04
  • 12 Photon Dreams 2:03

Disc 2

  • 1 The Treason Wall 3:53
  • 2 The New Build 4:28
  • 3 Focus Shift 3:59
  • 4 The Lesser Faith 4:48
  • 5 The Wonders at Your Feet 4:25
  • 6 Lost to Apathy 4:54
  • 7 Misery's Crown 4:34
  • 8 Therein 6:23
  • 9 My Negation 6:08
  • 10 The Mundane and the Magic 5:53
  • 11 Final Resistance 3:49
  • 12 Terminus (Where Death Is Most Alive) 6:05
  • 14 Dream Oblivion 4:17

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