Heart of the Ages
In the Woods... · 1995
59 min · 7 tracks · black metal
Atmospheric black metal weaves intricate melodies with haunting vocals, creating an immersive journey through dark and mystical landscapes.
Top tracks — play these first
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Yearning the Seeds of a New Dimension — This opening track sets a sprawling tone with extended instrumental sections that explore complex themes, showcasing the band's progressive influences alongside their black metal roots.
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Wotan’s Return — At nearly fifteen minutes long, this track exemplifies the album's epic scope, merging melodic riffs with dynamic shifts that reflect a deep narrative exploration.
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HEart of the Ages — The title track encapsulates the album's essence through its emotive melodies and lyrical depth, representing a pivotal moment in the band's artistic expression.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album's intricate melodies and atmospheric depth establish it as a distinctive entry in black metal.
What we noticed
- The album features long tracks, with several exceeding eight minutes, allowing for extended atmospheric development.
- Vocals alternate between haunting clean singing and harsh growls, creating a dynamic contrast throughout the record.
- The use of layered instrumentation, including strings and keyboards, enhances the immersive quality of the soundscapes.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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7/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Significant within its genre. 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 Yearning the Seeds of a New Dimension 12:23
- 2 HEart of the Ages 8:22
- 3 …In the Woods: Prologue / Moments of… / Epilogue 7:50
- 4 Mourning the Death of Aase 3:33
- 5 Wotan’s Return 14:52
- 6 Pigeon 3:00
- 7 The Divinity of Wisdom 9:07
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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