Illegimitation
Obscura · 2012
48 min · 10 tracks · progressive metal
Complex progressive metal intertwines intricate melodies with aggressive riffs, exploring themes of existential dread and philosophical conflict.
Top tracks — play these first
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Crucified — This track exemplifies Obscura's signature blend of melody and technicality, featuring intricate guitar work paired with thought-provoking lyrics about inner conflict.
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The Flesh and the Power It Holds — This expansive piece showcases the band’s dynamic range, balancing heavy instrumentation with moments of melodic introspection, representing the thematic core of the album.
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Open the Gates — With its relentless pace and aggressive riffs, this track serves as a powerful statement of the band's ability to maintain intensity while exploring deep philosophical questions.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases intricate compositions and dynamic shifts, solidifying Obscura's place in progressive metal.
What we noticed
- Guitar solos often intertwine with intricate melodies, creating a dense soundscape that challenges the listener's attention.
- Several tracks incorporate contrasting dynamics, shifting from aggressive riffs to softer, melodic passages, enhancing the thematic exploration of existential dread.
- 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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6/10
- 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.
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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How Could I?
A pivotal moment occurs when the speaker confronts their own moral failings directly, questioning their choices in a vulnerable tone.
This direct confrontation creates an emotional weight that contrasts sharply with the surrounding musical aggression, emphasizing the internal struggle at play.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 And All Will Come to an End 2:58
- 2 Crucified 4:23
- 3 Fear 4:36
- 4 Immanent Desaster 6:03
- 5 Incarnated 5:20
- 6 Open the Gates 2:41
- 7 Headworm 4:46
- 8 The Flesh and the Power It Holds 8:07
- 9 Piece of Time 4:28
- 10 How Could I? 4:50
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