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Dark Space III I

Darkspace · 2014

64 min · 3 tracks · black metal

A sprawling cosmic journey that envelops listeners in dark, atmospheric soundscapes punctuated by relentless and hypnotic rhythms.

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Top tracks — play these first

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    Dark 4.18 — Clocking in at over 27 minutes, this track exemplifies the band's ability to create vast soundscapes that transport the listener into a cosmic void while maintaining a relentless intensity.
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    Dark 4.19 — This piece showcases intricate layering of guitars and synths that evoke a sense of isolation and grandeur, reflecting Darkspace's signature blend of heaviness and ethereal beauty.
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    Dark 4.20 — With its hauntingly repetitive motifs and gradual build-up, this track captures the essence of Darkspace’s thematic exploration of the universe's vast emptiness, making it a fitting conclusion to the album.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

66 /100
Alpine
Higher than 89% of albums we've rated

The album's immersive sound and extended compositions create a unique experience within black metal.

What we noticed

  • Each of the three tracks features a gradual build-up, layering atmospheric synths over relentless blast beats that create a sense of vastness.
  • The album employs extended song lengths, with each track exceeding four minutes, allowing for immersive exploration of its soundscapes.
  • There is minimal variation in tempo across the tracks, maintaining a hypnotic rhythm that reinforces the cosmic theme.
Composition 25% of the score
7/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
8/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
7/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
8/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
6/10

running order, pacing, length

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 Dark 4.18 27:24
  • 2 Dark 4.19 18:31
  • 3 Dark 4.20 18:24

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