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Dominion Reptilian

Hearse · 2003

61 min · 13 tracks · melodic death metal

Melodic death metal intertwines with atmospheric elements, creating a haunting soundscape of despair and introspection.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Dominion Reptilian — The title track embodies the album’s thematic exploration of existential dread and features intricate guitar work that sets the stage for the entire project.
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    Torch — This track showcases a perfect balance between melodic passages and aggressive riffs, highlighting Hearse's ability to craft dynamic compositions that maintain emotional weight.
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    Well of Youth — The song captures a sense of nostalgia intertwined with melancholy, offering a reflective moment that contrasts with the album's heavier themes.

Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

  • End of Days

    The lyrics shift from vivid apocalyptic imagery to personal introspection, encapsulating a broader narrative about societal collapse and individual struggle.

    This transition emphasizes a connection between external chaos and internal conflict, making it one of the album's more profound lyrical moments.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Dominion Reptilian 3:50
  • 2 Torch 4:41
  • 3 Cosmic Daughter 4:14
  • 4 Contemplation 4:43
  • 5 Hearse / Rapture in Twilight 4:53
  • 6 Well of Youth 4:10
  • 7 Abandoned 3:30
  • 8 End of Days 4:43
  • 9 So Vague 8:42
  • 10 The Unknown 4:46
  • 11 Avalon 4:01
  • 12 The Accused 4:17
  • 13 Wheel of Misfortune 4:39

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