Contraddiction
Mass Hysteria · 1999
55 min · 12 tracks · heavy metal
A chaotic blend of heavy metal and industrial elements that challenges societal norms with aggressive rhythms and thought-provoking lyrics.
Top tracks — play these first
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Contraddiction — The title track encapsulates the album's themes of conflict and societal critique, featuring intense instrumentation that mirrors the lyrical tension.
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Zion — This track stands out with its rhythmic complexity and engaging hooks, showcasing the band's ability to blend melodic elements with heavy riffs.
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Finistère Amer — With its poignant lyrics addressing personal struggles against a backdrop of aggressive soundscapes, this song highlights the emotional depth present throughout the album.
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Furia — Furia exemplifies the band's frenetic energy and sharp lyricism, making it a standout moment that resonates with listeners seeking catharsis through music.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends heavy metal and industrial sounds with thought-provoking lyrics, showcasing strong craft and composition.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a title track that features rapid tempo changes and layered guitar riffs, setting a chaotic tone.
- Several tracks incorporate industrial elements, such as mechanical percussion and electronic samples, which contrast with the heavy metal instrumentation.
- The lyrics often address societal issues in a confrontational manner, with shifts in vocal delivery from melodic to aggressive.
- The final track features an extended instrumental outro that gradually fades out, creating a sense of unresolved tension.
- 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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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
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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 Contraddiction 4:09
- 2 Zion 4:30
- 3 Aimable à souhait 4:15
- 4 Attracteurs étranges 3:52
- 5 Finistère Amer 4:08
- 6 P4 2:25
- 7 Sur la brèche 4:06
- 8 Furia 3:45
- 9 Le dernier Tango 3:58
- 10 Osmos'99 3:12
- 11 Le plus juste effet 4:25
- 12 Corazones Olvidados 13:08
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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