What makes Habitual Levitations by Intronaut notable?

Habitual Levitations received positive reviews from critics and showcased Intronaut's growth as a band within the progressive metal scene. It charted in the top ten on the Billboard Heatseekers Albums chart, reflecting its impact on both fans and the industry during its release period. Released on January 1, 2013, Habitual Levitations is Intronaut's fourth studio album, following their critically acclaimed album Valley of Smoke. At this stage in their career, the band was solidifying their unique sound and expanding their lyrical themes, showcasing a more mature approach to songwriting and musicianship.

Who is Habitual Levitations for?

Habitual Levitations works well if you're into immersive soundscapes for deep focus, patient builds with rewarding climaxes and thought-provoking themes for introspection.

How many songs are on Habitual Levitations?

Habitual Levitations has 9 tracks, running approximately 57 minutes.

Habitual Levitations

Intronaut · 2013

57 min · 9 tracks · progressive metal

Intronaut blends intricate rhythms and atmospheric soundscapes with heavy riffs, creating a sonic journey through progressive metal.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Killing Birds With Stones — This opening track sets the tone for the album with its complex time signatures and haunting melodies, establishing Intronaut's signature sound.
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The Welding — Featuring dynamic shifts between aggressive instrumentals and serene passages, this track exemplifies the band's ability to blend heaviness with introspective moments.
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Blood From a Stone — At just over three minutes, this track offers a concise yet impactful expression of the band's thematic depth while maintaining a relentless energy that resonates throughout the album.
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The Way Down — With its nearly nine-minute runtime, this closing track encapsulates the album's journey, balancing intricate guitar work with profound lyrical exploration and emotional weight.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

63 /100

Treeline

Higher than 74% of albums we've rated

Intronaut's blend of intricate rhythms and atmospheric elements creates a compelling progressive metal experience.

What we noticed

Several tracks incorporate ambient interludes that create a contrast with the heavier sections, such as the transition from 'Steps' to 'A Sore Sight for Eyes'.
The last two tracks, 'Blood From a Stone' and 'The Way Down', gradually slow down the tempo, providing a reflective conclusion to the album.

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

Influence 4/10

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.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

immersive soundscapes for deep focus
patient builds with rewarding climaxes
thought-provoking themes for introspection
dynamic shifts in emotional intensity

Maybe skip if you

prefer immediate gratification
seek short, standalone tracks

Where this album fits

Career context: Released on January 1, 2013, Habitual Levitations is Intronaut's fourth studio album, following their critically acclaimed album Valley of Smoke. At this stage in their career, the band was solidifying their unique sound and expanding their lyrical themes, showcasing a more mature approach to songwriting and musicianship.
Stylistic neighbors: Cult of Luna· Mastodon· The Ocean