What makes Doomsday Afternoon by Phideaux Xavier notable?

Doomsday Afternoon received positive critical acclaim upon its release, often being noted for its conceptual depth and musical complexity. It has influenced a wave of contemporary progressive rock artists seeking to blend intricate storytelling with atmospheric sound. By the time Phideaux Xavier released Doomsday Afternoon in 2007, he was establishing himself as a prominent figure in the progressive rock scene. This album followed his previous release, The Great Leap, further solidifying his artistic vision and expanding his sonic palette with more ambitious compositions.

How many songs are on Doomsday Afternoon?

Doomsday Afternoon has 10 tracks, running approximately 66 minutes.

Doomsday Afternoon

Phideaux Xavier · 2007

66 min · 10 tracks · progressive rock

A sprawling journey through intricate melodies and dark, atmospheric soundscapes that encapsulate the essence of modern progressive rock.

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Micro Softdeathstar — This track opens the album with an expansive 11-minute exploration of dissonant harmonies and evolving motifs, setting the thematic tone for the entire project.
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The Doctrine of Eternal Ice, Part One — As a concise interlude, this track introduces chilling lyrical imagery that foreshadows the darker themes explored throughout the album.
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Thank You for the Evil — This song encapsulates Phideaux's ability to fuse haunting melodies with thought-provoking lyrics, showcasing both his vocal prowess and lyrical depth.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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64 /100

Treeline

Higher than 79% of albums we've rated

The album showcases intricate compositions and a strong thematic arc, characteristic of modern progressive rock.

What we noticed

The album features a recurring motif in the form of the 'Doctrine of Eternal Ice' split into two parts, creating thematic continuity.
The final track mirrors the opening track, providing a cyclical structure that reinforces the album's conceptual themes.

Composition 25% of the score: 8/10
Craft 20% of the score: 7/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 7/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 8/10

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 Micro Softdeathstar 11:15
2 The Doctrine of Eternal Ice, Part One 3:00
3 Candybrain 4:06
4 Crumble 2:56
5 The Doctrine of Eternal Ice, Part Two 8:08
6 Thank You for the Evil 9:17
7 A Wasteland of Memories 2:21
8 Crumble 2:55
9 Formaldehyde 8:17
10 Microdeath Softstar 14:39

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