Gnostikoi Ha-Shaitan
Saturnian Mist · 2011
44 min · 8 tracks · black metal
A swirling maelstrom of atmospheric black metal, intertwining haunting melodies with relentless blast beats and occult themes.
Top tracks — play these first
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The Regicide — Opening with an intense barrage of instrumentation, this track sets the tone for the entire album with its intricate layering and thematic depth centered around power and downfall.
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Bythos in Quintessence — This track showcases the band's ability to blend melodic harmonies with chaotic rhythms, creating a dynamic contrast that reflects their philosophical influences.
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Gnostikoi Ha-Shaitan — As the title track, it encapsulates the album's core themes of mysticism and conflict, featuring an immersive atmosphere that draws listeners into its narrative.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends atmospheric elements with aggressive black metal, showcasing ambitious compositions and thematic depth.
What we noticed
- The album features lengthy tracks, with several exceeding six minutes, allowing for extended atmospheric build-ups and transitions.
- Melodic sections often contrast sharply with aggressive blast beats, creating a dynamic interplay between calm and chaos.
- Occult themes are woven into the lyrics, which are delivered in a harsh vocal style that complements the music's intensity.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- 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
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Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The Regicide 5:30
- 2 Bythos in Quintessence 5:17
- 3 Consecration of the Temple 6:01
- 4 Temps-des-Cranes 5:51
- 5 Sacrifice of Faces Unbroken 5:33
- 6 The Watcher's Feast 4:56
- 7 Aura Mystica 5:58
- 8 Gnostikoi Ha-Shaitan 5:53
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