Edge of the Earth
Sylosis · 2011
72 min · 14 tracks · thrash metal
A relentless fusion of melodic death metal and thrash, marked by intricate riffs and atmospheric interludes.
Top tracks — play these first
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Sands of Time — This track encapsulates the band's signature blend of aggression and melody, featuring complex guitar work that showcases their musical craftsmanship.
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A Serpents Tongue — With its haunting atmosphere and dynamic shifts, this song exemplifies the thematic depth and lyrical introspection present throughout the album.
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From the Edge of the Earth — The title track serves as a powerful closer, integrating progressive elements into their sound while delivering a poignant narrative arc that resonates with listeners.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases strong technical execution and melodic depth, with effective pacing but some uneven cohesion.
What we noticed
- Several tracks incorporate dual guitar harmonies, particularly in the choruses, enhancing melodic complexity.
- The last three tracks progressively slow down, creating a sense of resolution and closure as the album concludes.
- 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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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- long, immersive listening sessions
- dynamic emotional journeys
- wave-like pacing and builds
- atmospheric background focus
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on January 1, 2011, Edge of the Earth was Sylosis's third studio album and followed their critically acclaimed record, Conclusion of an Age. At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their reputation within the metal scene while honing their sound, blending heavy riffs with melodic elements.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Architects· Soilwork· Killswitch Engage
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Awakening
The lyrics shift from despair to a call for perseverance amid chaos creates a striking contrast within the song.
This transition highlights a thematic resolution that underscores the struggle against adversity, enhancing emotional engagement.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Procession 6:45
- 2 Sands of Time 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 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 7:37
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