Destroyer
Black Mountain · 2019
42 min · 8 tracks · progressive rock
A kaleidoscopic blend of heavy riffs and ethereal melodies that ventures into the depths of psychedelic rock.
Top tracks — play these first
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Future Shade — Opening the album with an expansive soundscape, this track sets the tone for the journey ahead, merging heavy instrumentation with ethereal vocals.
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Horns Arising — This track stands out for its bold experimentation and intricate layering of sounds, representing the band's confident push into new sonic territories.
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Boogie Lover — Infused with groove-laden rhythms, this song exemplifies Black Mountain's knack for blending classic rock influences with modern psychedelia.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends heavy riffs with ethereal melodies, showcasing strong craftsmanship but varying cohesion.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a heavy riff in 'Future Shade' that sets a driving pace, which is maintained through the first half of the record.
- Tracks like 'Horns Arising' and 'High Rise' feature layered vocals and intricate guitar work, creating a dense soundscape.
- The final track, 'FD’72', shifts to a more ambient tone, contrasting sharply with the preceding heavier tracks.
- 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
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
- kaleidoscopic soundscapes to explore
- dynamic shifts in emotional intensity
- engaging rhythms for active listening
- late-night adventures with friends
Maybe skip if you
- prefer straightforward, concise tracks
- seek instant gratification or simplicity
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in early 2019, Destroyer is Black Mountain's fourth studio album, following 2016's IV. At this point in their career, the band had solidified their reputation within the stoner and progressive rock scenes, embracing a more polished sound while still maintaining their signature eclecticism.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Black Angels· Earthless· Wolfmother
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Future Shade 5:10
- 2 Horns Arising 6:51
- 3 Closer to the Edge 2:53
- 4 High Rise 6:11
- 5 Pretty Little Lazies 4:58
- 6 Boogie Lover 6:18
- 7 Licensed to Drive 4:44
- 8 FD’72 5:47
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