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Eternal Recurrence

Angel Deradoorian · 2017

29 min · 6 tracks

A lush blend of experimental sounds and ethereal vocals that evoke a transformative journey through self-discovery.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Love Arise — This opening track sets the tone for the album with its enchanting melodies and layered harmonies, reflecting themes of hope and connection.
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    Return–Transcend — An expansive piece that combines rhythmic complexity with spiritual undertones, it encapsulates the album's exploration of transformation and rebirth.
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    Mountainside — This track showcases Deradoorian's ability to merge organic instrumentation with electronic elements, creating a captivating soundscape that feels both grounded and otherworldly.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

64 /100
Treeline
Higher than 79% of albums we've rated

The EP showcases strong composition and craft, with distinct tracks that maintain a cohesive sound while exploring varied themes.

What we noticed

  • The first track opens with layered vocal harmonies that gradually introduce instrumental textures, creating a sense of build-up.
  • Each track features a distinct sonic palette, with 'Mountainside' incorporating natural sounds and rhythmic elements that contrast with the ethereal quality of 'Nia in the Dark'.
  • The EP concludes with 'Mirrorman', which employs a minimalist arrangement that strips back instrumentation to highlight vocal delivery.
Composition 25% of the score
7/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
8/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
6/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
8/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
7/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 4/10

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.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Love Arise 4:31
  • 2 Return–Transcend 8:16
  • 3 Ausar Temple 2:29
  • 4 Nia in the Dark 4:20
  • 5 Mountainside 4:00
  • 6 Mirrorman 5:22

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