What makes Gangrene by Mirrorthrone notable?

Gangrene received critical acclaim for its intricate arrangements and emotional depth, positioning Mirrorthrone as a notable act within the underground metal scene. It has influenced subsequent artists in the genre seeking to incorporate symphonic elements while maintaining heavy metal intensity. Released in 2008, Gangrene is Mirrorthrone's second album, following their debut, Of Wind and Weeping. At this point in their career, the Swiss project was solidifying its unique sound within the symphonic black metal genre, showcasing a more ambitious compositional style and deeper thematic explorations.

How many songs are on Gangrene?

Gangrene has 6 tracks, running approximately 64 minutes.

Gangrene

Mirrorthrone · 2008

64 min · 6 tracks · symphonic black metal

A haunting blend of orchestral grandeur and ferocious black metal, creating an intense auditory experience that explores despair and isolation.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Dismay — The opening track sets the stage with its lengthy build-up, combining symphonic elements with aggressive instrumentation that encapsulates the album's overarching themes of despair.
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The Fecal Rebellion — This track stands out for its complex structure, shifting dynamics, and lyrical content that challenges societal norms, making it a centerpiece of the album.
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Une Existence dont plus personne ne jouit — The concluding track showcases a powerful blend of melody and aggression, leaving listeners with a lasting impression of the album's emotional weight.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

64 /100

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Higher than 79% of albums we've rated

Mirrorthrone's 'Gangrene' showcases intricate compositions and strong orchestral integration within black metal, marking it as distinctive in its genre.

What we noticed

The album features extensive use of orchestral elements, with strings and choirs layered over aggressive guitar riffs and blast beats.
Each track typically exceeds six minutes, allowing for complex arrangements and dynamic shifts between melodic passages and intense sections.
Vocals alternate between harsh growls and clean singing, often within the same phrase, creating a contrast that enhances the emotional weight of the lyrics.

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

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 Dismay 11:34
2 No One by My Side 10:26
3 The Fecal Rebellion 15:02
4 Ganglion 8:51
5 Une Existence dont plus personne ne jouit 12:05
6 So Frail 6:40

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