Fluid Existential Inversions
Intronaut · 2020
53 min · 9 tracks · progressive metal
Intricate rhythms intertwine with expansive melodies, creating a complex soundscape that challenges and captivates the listener's mind.
Top tracks — play these first
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Cubensis — This track exemplifies the band's ability to blend heavy riffs with ethereal melodies, showcasing intricate time signatures and thoughtful lyricism.
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Tripolar — A standout for its dynamic shifts between frenetic energy and serene interludes, Tripolar encapsulates the dualities present throughout the album.
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Sour Everythings — Closing the album, this track dives into an expansive soundscape that perfectly marries heavy instrumentation with reflective lyrics, leaving a lasting impression.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases intricate compositions and a distinctive sound within progressive metal, though it may not have widespread recognition.
What we noticed
- Melodic lines often intertwine with heavy guitar riffs, allowing for both intricate and expansive soundscapes.
- Several tracks incorporate extended instrumental sections that build tension before resolving into more melodic passages.
- 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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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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8/10
- 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
Little footprint beyond its audience. 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
- intricate rhythms for deep focus
- atmospheric soundscapes for introspection
- cathartic exploration of complex emotions
- immersive journey through varied dynamics
Maybe skip if you
- seeking straightforward, immediate gratification
- prefer quick, standalone tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Fluid Existential Inversions is Intronaut's fifth studio album, following their 2015 release, The Direction of Last Things. At this stage, the band has solidified their presence in the progressive metal scene while exploring more dynamic compositions and philosophical themes. This album showcases their evolution as musicians and reflects a matured sound within their established aesthetic.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Cult of Luna· Mastodon· The Ocean
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Check Your Misfortune
A pivotal verse where the narrative shifts from introspection to a broader societal critique.
This transition broadens the scope of personal reflection to encompass collective experience, enhancing the song's thematic depth.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Procurement of the Victuals 0:56
- 2 Cubensis 6:54
- 3 The Cull 6:59
- 4 Contrapasso 6:48
- 5 Speaking of Orbs 5:07
- 6 Tripolar 6:28
- 7 Check Your Misfortune 5:49
- 8 Pangloss 6:35
- 9 Sour Everythings 7:33
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