Released 10 years ago
Fires Within Fires
Neurosis · 2016
40 min · 5 tracks · hardcore punk
A haunting blend of expansive soundscapes and crushing heaviness creates an immersive journey through darkness and introspection.
Top tracks — play these first
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Bending Light — Opening with ethereal textures, this track sets a contemplative tone that contrasts with the heavier segments, highlighting the band's dynamic range.
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Fire Is the End Lesson — This track encapsulates the thematic essence of the album, blending ominous riffs with a gradual build-up that culminates in cathartic release.
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Reach — The longest track on the album, it explores complex structures and emotional weight, showcasing Neurosis' signature blend of heaviness and melody.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album's immersive soundscapes and dynamic shifts create a compelling listening experience.
What we noticed
- The album features five tracks, each exceeding six minutes, allowing for extended instrumental passages and gradual build-ups.
- Tracks often shift dynamics dramatically, moving from quiet, atmospheric sections to intense, heavy climaxes within the same piece.
- The use of layered textures and dissonant chords creates a sense of tension and release that permeates the entire record.
- Composition 25% of the score
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8/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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8/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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8/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Significant within its genre. 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
- immersive journey through darkness
- steady pacing with gradual intensity
- introspective atmosphere for reflection
- consistent development towards resolution
Maybe skip if you
- seeking quick, catchy tracks
- prefer upbeat, energetic vibes
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on September 23, 2016, 'Fires Within Fires' is Neurosis' eleventh studio album and their first since the 2013 EP 'Honor Found in Decay'. By this point in their career, the band had solidified their status as pioneers of the post-metal genre, known for their fusion of heavy music with atmospheric elements. The album arrived after a period of extensive touring and marked a continuation of their evolving sound while staying true to their roots.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Isis· Cult of Luna· Mastodon
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Bending Light 7:48
- 2 A Shadow Memory 6:50
- 3 Fire Is the End Lesson 6:54
- 4 Broken Ground 8:44
- 5 Reach 10:37
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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