Dronevil
Boris · 2005
75 min · 4 tracks · noise rock
A slow, suffocating descent into dense, layered drones punctuated by haunting textures and dissonant melodies.
Top tracks — play these first
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めまいの椅子 –giddiness throne– — The opening track encapsulates the album's essence with its prolonged build-up of tension through thick layers of guitar feedback and rhythmic pulses that create a meditative yet disorienting experience.
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干渉 –interference demon– — This track stands out for its dynamic contrasts between chaotic noise and serene passages, illustrating Boris's mastery in balancing heaviness with ethereal moments.
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泣きたがるスピード –the evilone which sobs– — Closing the album, this track offers a haunting resolution with its melancholic tones and slow decay, serving as a poignant reflection on the themes explored throughout Dronevil.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album's immersive soundscapes and layered drones create a unique listening experience within the noise rock genre.
What we noticed
- The album consists of four lengthy tracks, each over ten minutes, creating an immersive experience that demands sustained attention.
- Each track features dense layers of sound with minimal melodic development, focusing instead on texture and atmosphere.
- The use of dissonance is prevalent throughout, with haunting vocal elements appearing sporadically to punctuate the drone-heavy instrumentation.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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7/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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9/10
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Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Experimental — Dronevil showcases Boris's deeper exploration of drone and noise aesthetics.
- Themes
- Japanese experimental noise· suffocating drone landscapes· chaotic serenity
- Career context
- Released in 2005, Dronevil marked a significant point in Boris's evolution following their acclaimed album, Pink. This album showcases their willingness to delve deeper into drone and noise aesthetics, solidifying their position as innovators within the Japanese experimental music scene during a period of increasing global interest in drone metal.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 めまいの椅子 –giddiness throne– 20:01
- 2 干渉 –interference demon– 19:57
Disc 2
- 1 ふりおろす –evil wave form– 19:51
- 2 泣きたがるスピード –the evilone which sobs– 16:09
If this landed
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