What makes Fragmentary Evidence by Augury notable?

Fragmentary Evidence received critical acclaim for its ambitious instrumentation and conceptual storytelling, earning a spot on various year-end lists. The album also contributed to Augury's growing reputation within the progressive metal community, influencing subsequent Canadian metal acts. Released in January 2009, Fragmentary Evidence is Augury's sophomore album following their 2004 debut, Concealed. This record marks a significant evolution in their sound, showcasing more complex arrangements and thematic depth as they solidified their place in the progressive metal scene.

How many songs are on Fragmentary Evidence?

Fragmentary Evidence has 9 tracks, running approximately 55 minutes.

Fragmentary Evidence

Augury · 2009

55 min · 9 tracks · progressive metal

Intricate guitar work intertwines with ethereal vocals, creating a surreal landscape that challenges the boundaries of progressive metal.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Aetheral — The opener sets the stage with atmospheric tones and intricate rhythms, perfectly encapsulating the album's blend of heaviness and melodicism.
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Jupiter to Ignite — This track features dynamic shifts in tempo and mood, showcasing the band's technical prowess and ability to create an immersive listening experience.
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Oversee the Rebirth — As the longest track on the album, it develops themes of transformation through varied musical sections, exemplifying Augury's knack for epic storytelling.

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Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

68 /100

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Higher than 93% of albums we've rated

The album showcases intricate compositions and a blend of vocal styles, contributing to its progressive metal identity.

What we noticed

Vocals alternate between clean singing and harsh growls, often layered to create a dense, atmospheric sound.
Many tracks exceed six minutes, allowing for extended instrumental passages that explore thematic motifs and intricate guitar solos.

Composition 25% of the score: 8/10
Craft 20% of the score: 7/10
Durability 25% of the score: 8/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 7/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 6/10

Influence 3/10

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 Aetheral 4:18
2 Simian Cattle 5:38
3 Orphans of Living 5:10
4 Jupiter to Ignite 8:24
5 Sovereigns Unknown 5:13
6 Skyless 6:29
7 Faith Puppeteers 4:07
8 Brimstone Landscapes 4:30
9 Oversee the Rebirth 11:11

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