III: So Long Suckers
Reverend Bizarre · 2007
130 min · 8 tracks · doom metal
A sprawling exploration of doom metal that weaves esoteric themes with hypnotic, heavy riffs and haunting melodies.
Top tracks — play these first
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They Used Dark Forces / Teutonic Witch — This nearly half-hour opener encapsulates the album's grandiosity, interweaving dark atmospheres with intricate guitar work and a narrative depth that sets the tone for the entire record.
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Sorrow — A haunting meditation on loss, this track highlights the band's ability to blend melancholy with heavy instrumentation, showcasing their signature sound while delving into emotional depths rarely explored in metal.
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Anywhere Out of This World — At over twenty-five minutes long, this track exemplifies the band's experimental tendencies, combining progressive elements with doom to create a sonic journey that challenges listeners' expectations.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album's ambitious compositions and thematic depth contribute to its lasting appeal within the doom metal genre.
What we noticed
- The album features several tracks that exceed ten minutes, allowing for extended instrumental passages and gradual build-ups.
- Each song often shifts dynamics multiple times, moving from heavy, distorted riffs to quieter, more melodic sections.
- The lyrics explore esoteric themes, with a focus on existentialism and mysticism, which are reflected in the music's atmospheric qualities.
- Composition 25% of the score
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8/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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8/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- 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.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- epic journeys through dark themes
- immersive long-form listening experience
- patient unfolding of haunting melodies
- cathartic exploration of sorrowful tones
Maybe skip if you
- prefer short, instant gratification
- dislike slow, drawn-out pieces
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2007, III: So Long Suckers is Reverend Bizarre's final studio album, marking the culmination of their career after a decade of influential work in the doom metal scene. Following acclaimed releases like II: Crush the Insects, this album solidified their status as pioneers within the genre during a time when doom was experiencing a resurgence in popularity.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Electric Wizard· Candlemass· My Dying Bride
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Sorrow
The lyrics shift from reflective memories to an anguished acknowledgment of loss, creating a stark contrast between nostalgia and pain.
This juxtaposition deepens the emotional impact, illustrating how personal grief can intertwine with broader existential themes throughout the album.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 They Used Dark Forces / Teutonic Witch 29:05
- 2 Sorrow 25:19
- 3 Funeral Summer 11:40
Disc 2
- 1 One Last Time 15:38
- 2 Kundalini Arisen 4:25
- 3 Caesar Forever 15:43
- 4 Anywhere Out of This World 25:31
- 5 Mallorca 2:35
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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