Earth.Revolt
Deadlock · 2005
54 min · 10 tracks · melodic death metal
A relentless fusion of melodic death metal and orchestral elements, creating a dark yet grand sonic landscape.
Top tracks — play these first
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10,000 Generations in Blood — This track features intricate guitar work paired with powerful vocals, encapsulating the album's themes of struggle and resilience while showcasing Deadlock's dynamic range.
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Earth.Revolt — The title track serves as a pivotal moment on the album, blending haunting melodies with aggressive riffs, effectively representing the overarching narrative of rebellion against oppression.
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May Angels Come — Closing the album on a profound note, this track combines atmospheric elements with poignant lyrics about loss and hope, highlighting Deadlock's lyrical depth and musical complexity.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album skillfully blends melodic death metal with orchestral elements, showcasing strong craftsmanship and distinctiveness.
What we noticed
- The album features orchestral arrangements that intersperse with heavy guitar riffs, creating a dynamic contrast between melodic and aggressive sections.
- Several tracks incorporate choral elements, enhancing the grandiosity of the sound while maintaining a relentless pace throughout.
- The first half of the album maintains a high tempo, while the latter half introduces slower, more atmospheric pieces that allow for thematic exploration.
- 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
running order, pacing, length
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- epic soundscapes of despair
- intense emotional releases throughout
- long tracks for deep immersion
- dynamic shifts in pacing
- cathartic moments of resistance
Maybe skip if you
- seeking quick, catchy tunes
- prefer light, upbeat sounds
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2005, Earth.Revolt marked Deadlock's third studio album, following their breakthrough with 2003's The Arrival. At this point, the band was solidifying their sound and gaining recognition within the European metal scene, balancing aggressive instrumentation with melodic complexity.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Soilwork· In Flames· Dark Tranquillity
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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10,000 Generations in Blood
The bridge shifts from chaotic instrumentation to a contemplative pause, drawing attention to the weight of ancestral struggles.
This structural contrast allows for an emotional release that deepens the song's commentary on legacy and perseverance.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Demonic (Tonus Diabolus) 0:31
- 2 10,000 Generations in Blood 8:04
- 3 The Year of the Crow 4:11
- 4 Everlasting Pain 6:45
- 5 Earth.Revolt 4:35
- 6 More Tragedies to Come 6:03
- 7 Awakened by Sirens 5:25
- 8 Kingdom of the Dead 5:36
- 9 May Angels Come 11:12
- 10 Harmonic 1:49
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