Edge of the Earth
Sylosis · 2011
72 min · 14 tracks · thrash metal · melodic death metal
A turbulent blend of melodic death metal and thrash, seething with intricate riffs and atmospheric interludes.
Why this album works
'Edge of the Earth' received positive reviews for its technical proficiency and songwriting, charting at number 79 on the UK Albums Chart, which highlighted the band's growing presence in the metal genre. It also garnered attention for its thematic depth, exploring existential themes that resonated with fans and critics alike.
- Best for
- long, immersive listening sessions dynamic emotional journeys wave-like pacing and builds
- Context
- Released as Sylosis's third studio album, 'Edge of the Earth' came after their 2008 breakthrough 'Conclusion of an Age'. At this point, the band was solidifying their reputation in the metal scene, showcasing a more mature sound while still retaining their aggressive roots. The album marked a transition towards ambitious compositions that would define their later work.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Hatesphere· Die Apokalyptischen Reiter· Ensiferum
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Procession 6:45
- 2 Sands of Time Standout 5:07
- 3 Empyreal, Part 1 4:51
- 4 Empyreal, Part 2 1:06
- 5 A Serpents Tongue 5:23
- 6 Awakening 3:58
- 7 Kingdom of Solitude 5:37
- 8 Where the Sky Ends 3:56
- 9 Dystopia Standout 5:43
- 10 Apparitions 7:15
- 11 Altered States of Consciousness 5:31
- 12 Beyond the Resurrected 5:09
- 13 Eclipsed 4:45
- 14 From the Edge of the Earth Standout 7:37
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