Everblack
The Black Dahlia Murder · 2013
44 min · 10 tracks · melodic death metal
Melodic death metal riffs intertwine with haunting melodies, creating a dark and immersive sonic landscape.
Top tracks — play these first
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In Hell Is Where She Waits for Me — This opening track sets the tone for the album with its aggressive riffs and atmospheric elements, encapsulating the band's signature sound while introducing themes of darkness and despair.
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Goat of Departure — This track showcases intricate guitar work and dynamic shifts, highlighting the band's ability to blend melody with ferocity, making it a standout piece on the album.
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Control — With its driving rhythm and intense vocals, this song exemplifies lyrical themes of struggle and dominance, representing the album's darker narrative effectively.
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Phantom Limb Masturbation — This track combines eerie melodies with aggressive instrumentation, demonstrating the band's knack for creating unsettling atmospheres alongside technical prowess.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends melody and aggression effectively, with strong craftsmanship but some familiar elements.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a fast-paced track that features intricate guitar riffs and blast beats, setting a high-energy tone.
- Several tracks incorporate melodic interludes that contrast with the aggressive instrumentation, creating dynamic shifts in intensity.
- The final two tracks slow down the tempo significantly, allowing for a more atmospheric conclusion to the album.
- 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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6/10
- 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
- steady mid-tempo progression
- haunting soundscapes of darkness
- intricate melodies with brutality
- immersive listening in order
Maybe skip if you
- prefer light, upbeat music
- seek instant gratification tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Everblack is The Black Dahlia Murder's sixth studio album, released in 2013, following their critically acclaimed record Ritual. At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their status in the melodic death metal scene while also dealing with lineup changes that influenced their sound. This album marked a continuation of their evolution, showcasing a matured songwriting approach amidst relentless aggression.
- Stylistic neighbors
- At the Gates· Soilwork· In Flames
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 In Hell Is Where She Waits for Me 5:20
- 2 Goat of Departure 3:52
- 3 Into the Everblack 4:33
- 4 Raped in Hatred by Vines of Thorn 4:33
- 5 Phantom Limb Masturbation 5:10
- 6 Control 3:26
- 7 Blood Mine 3:26
- 8 Every Rope a Noose 3:52
- 9 Their Beloved Absentee 5:01
- 10 Map of Scars 5:19
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