Eschatological Scatology
Gnaw Their Tongues · 2012
51 min · 8 tracks · noise music
A cacophony of dissonant textures and haunting atmospheres that evokes a visceral sense of dread and existential despair.
Top tracks — play these first
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The Messianic Downfall — This track exemplifies the album's thematic depth, merging chaotic soundscapes with a sense of impending doom that encapsulates the essence of eschatological themes.
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The Golden Altar Burns — With its expansive length, this track allows for a deep exploration of tension and release, effectively capturing the ritualistic aspects of the album's narrative.
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A Sinister Lurking Grave — This piece combines eerie melodies with harsh noise elements, creating an atmosphere that reflects the perpetual struggle between life and death central to the album’s concept.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album's chaotic structure and haunting atmosphere create a unique experience within the noise genre.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a dense wall of sound that combines distorted instruments and unsettling samples, creating an immediate sense of chaos.
- Each track features abrupt transitions, often shifting from one dissonant texture to another without warning, maintaining a relentless pace.
- Several tracks incorporate spoken word elements layered over the noise, adding an eerie narrative quality that enhances the overall atmosphere.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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8/10
- 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
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- wave-like pacing with tension
- harrowing descent into chaos
- immersive headphone detail exploration
- gradual build to unsettling climax
Maybe skip if you
- seeking upbeat or happy sounds
- prefer straightforward, catchy tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By the release of 'Eschatological Scatology' in 2012, Gnaw Their Tongues had established themselves within the noise music scene, building upon their previous works like 'Sangue' (2009) and 'L’Arrivée de la Terne Morte' (2011). This album continued their exploration of dark themes and innovative soundscapes, showcasing an evolution in their approach to composition and production techniques.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Eschatological Scatology 4:07
- 2 The Messianic Downfall 4:52
- 3 Deepwood Bodytrap 6:36
- 4 Lash Cultus 4:11
- 5 Master I Am Done 6:50
- 6 A Sinister Lurking Grave 5:21
- 7 The Golden Altar Burns 9:21
- 8 The Atrocious Angel of Scatology 10:19
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