Evolution
Kobra and the Lotus · 2019
43 min · 12 tracks · thrash metal
A daring blend of thrash metal and melodic elements, showcasing powerful vocals and intricate guitar work throughout.
Top tracks — play these first
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Evolution — The title track encapsulates the album's themes of personal growth and transformation, driven by anthemic choruses and dynamic instrumentation.
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Burn! — With its aggressive riffs and empowering lyrics, this song stands out as a rallying cry for resilience, showcasing Kobra's vocal prowess.
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Get The F.ck Out Of Here — This track delivers raw energy and attitude, reflecting the band's ability to blend humor with heavy riffs, making it an album highlight.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases strong songwriting and production but remains within established metal frameworks.
What we noticed
- The first three tracks maintain a high-energy tempo with aggressive guitar riffs and powerful vocals, while the fourth track introduces a slower, more melodic section.
- Several tracks feature dual guitar harmonies that create a rich texture, particularly in 'Wounds' and 'Thundersmith'.
- 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
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.
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Liar
The moment shifts from accusatory verses to a haunting refrain that reveals vulnerability beneath the tough exterior.
This contrast deepens the emotional impact, as it juxtaposes bravado with introspection, illustrating a complex character study.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Evodem 0:56
- 2 Evolution 4:39
- 3 Burn! 2:47
- 4 We Come Undone 3:44
- 5 Wounds 3:49
- 6 Thundersmith 3:43
- 7 Circus 3:44
- 8 Wash Away 5:10
- 9 Liar 3:34
- 10 Get The F.ck Out Of Here 3:25
- 11 In The End 5:07
- 12 Tokyo 3:16
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