Dog Days
Goatsnake · 2000
26 min · 5 tracks · doom metal
Heavy, sludgy riffs intertwine with soulful vocals, creating an atmosphere of desolation and introspection.
Top tracks — play these first
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The Orphan — This opening track sets the tone with its haunting melodies and heavy riffs, encapsulating the album's dark atmosphere while showcasing the band's dynamic range.
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Heartbreaker — Blending powerful guitar work with passionate vocals, this track stands out for its emotional intensity and memorable hooks, making it a cornerstone of the EP.
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Raw Curtains — With its extended instrumental sections and intricate layering, this track exemplifies Goatsnake's signature blend of heaviness and melody, drawing listeners into their sonic world.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
Dog Days showcases strong songwriting and craftsmanship within its heavy sound, solidifying its place in stoner metal.
What we noticed
- The first track opens with a slow, heavy riff that sets a dark tone, followed by a gradual build-up in intensity across the EP.
- Vocals are layered over the instrumentation, often harmonizing with the guitar lines, creating a rich texture.
- The final track features an extended instrumental section that allows the heaviness to linger before concluding abruptly.
- 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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8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- heavy riffs that evoke introspection
- short bursts of emotional weight
- soulful vocals with desolate atmosphere
- moments of reflective solitude
Maybe skip if you
- prefer upbeat and lively tracks
- seek instant gratification from songs
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2000, Dog Days marked Goatsnake's return after a five-year hiatus since their last release. At this point, they were establishing themselves within the stoner and doom metal scenes, following the critical acclaim of their debut album, Scorn. This EP further showcased their ability to blend heavy instrumentation with melodic elements, solidifying their unique sound.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Sleep· Electric Wizard· Bongzilla
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The Orphan 5:02
- 2 Long Gone 2:50
- 3 Heartbreaker 6:38
- 4 Raw Curtains 7:28
- 5 Man of Light 4:16
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