Cosmology
Rolo Tomassi · 2010
35 min · 10 tracks · mathcore
A frenetic blend of chaotic riffs and ethereal melodies, where mathcore intricacies meet haunting vocal harmonies.
Top tracks — play these first
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Agamemnon — This track encapsulates the band's signature sound with its relentless tempo shifts and contrasting melodic interludes, showcasing both aggression and vulnerability.
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Unromance — With its emotional depth and intricate arrangements, this song highlights the band's ability to fuse heavy instrumentation with poignant lyrical themes.
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Cosmology — The title track stands out due to its expansive length and progressive structure, allowing for an exploration of sonic textures that exemplifies the band's creative ambition.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases complex compositions and dynamic shifts, establishing Rolo Tomassi's unique sound within mathcore.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a chaotic instrumental track that sets a frenetic pace, followed by tracks that alternate between aggressive riffs and melodic interludes.
- Composition 25% of the score
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8/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
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.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic peaks and valleys
- short bursts of intensity
- melodic interludes amidst chaos
- conceptual journey through sound
Maybe skip if you
- prefer predictable song structures
- seek longer, immersive experiences
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Cosmology is Rolo Tomassi's second studio album, released in 2010 following their debut, Hysterics. At this point, the band was solidifying its unique sound, characterized by complex time signatures and dynamic shifts between aggressive and melodic elements. This album marked a crucial step in their evolution, showcasing increased maturity in songwriting and production.
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Unromance
The narrative voice confronts disillusionment directly after moments of idealization.
This shift from romantic ideals to stark realism emphasizes a critical turning point in the emotional trajectory of the song.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Katzenklavier 1:04
- 2 Agamemnon 1:40
- 3 House House Casanova 1:15
- 4 Party Wounds 3:14
- 5 Unromance 4:03
- 6 French Motel 2:52
- 7 Kasia 5:31
- 8 Sakia 3:17
- 9 Tongue-In-Chic 5:11
- 10 Cosmology 7:43
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