Deathdrone 3
Gnaw Their Tongues · 2007
32 min · 6 tracks · noise music
A harrowing blend of dissonant noise and stark soundscapes that evoke a sense of existential dread.
Top tracks — play these first
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Nihilism; Tied Up and Burning — Opening the album with an intense barrage of sound, this track encapsulates the thematic essence of nihilism through chaotic textures and layered instrumentation.
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Destroying Is Creating — This track stands out for its juxtaposition of harsh noise with moments of eerie calm, reflecting the complex relationship between chaos and creation.
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[untitled] — The unnamed track serves as a haunting interlude that deepens the album's atmosphere, showcasing a minimalist approach that contrasts sharply with more aggressive pieces.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
InstrumentalThe album's unsettling soundscapes and layered dissonance create a unique experience within the noise genre.
What we noticed
- The album features extended tracks that often exceed six minutes, allowing for gradual build-ups of tension and atmosphere.
- Dissonant layers of sound are juxtaposed with moments of silence, creating a stark contrast that enhances the feeling of dread.
- Each track employs a slow, deliberate pacing, often culminating in chaotic noise that feels both overwhelming and immersive.
- 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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9/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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8/10
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
- steady pacing with gradual build
- visceral noise for cathartic release
- immersive experience for deep focus
- unsettling atmospheres for intense moods
Maybe skip if you
- prefer lighthearted and upbeat sounds
- seek instant gratification in music
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2007, Deathdrone 3 is the third studio album from Gnaw Their Tongues, following their 2006 debut. At this point, the project had begun to establish a unique identity within the noise music scene, characterized by its atmospheric intensity and experimental approaches.
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders
The writing shifts from clinical descriptions to visceral imagery that personalizes the experience of mental anguish.
This structural choice emphasizes the contrast between cold diagnosis and raw emotional truth, making the abstract nature of mental illness feel immediate and tangible.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Nihilism; Tied Up and Burning 6:40
- 2 Anhedonia 4:54
- 3 Destroying Is Creating 7:30
- 4 Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders 5:36
- 5 The Planets Align and Nothing Happens 4:39
- 6 [untitled] 3:36
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