Immortalizer
Valient Thorr · 2008
47 min · 13 tracks · hard rock
A thunderous blend of hard rock and heavy metal, fueled by frenetic riffs and a relentless energy that commands attention.
Top tracks — play these first
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I Hope the Ghosts of the Dead Haunt Yr Soul Forever — This opening track sets the stage with aggressive guitar riffs and haunting lyrics, establishing the album's dark, confrontational tone right from the start.
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Infinite Lives — The track blends catchy hooks with a driving rhythm, showcasing the band's knack for balancing melody with hard-hitting instrumentation.
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Tomorrow Police — This song stands out with its commentary on societal issues, combining sharp lyrics with an infectious chorus that engages listeners both musically and intellectually.
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Red Flag — With its punchy tempo and rallying cry against complacency, this track embodies the rebellious spirit that defines much of Valient Thorr's music.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album features energetic compositions with strong guitar work but lacks cohesion in its pacing.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a high-energy track that sets a fast tempo, which is maintained through the first half before slowing down slightly in the latter tracks.
- The lyrics often employ vivid imagery and storytelling elements, contributing to the thematic depth of the album.
- 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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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
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.
Disc 1
- 1 I Hope the Ghosts of the Dead Haunt Yr Soul Forever 3:31
- 2 Infinite Lives 3:19
- 3 Mask of Sanity 4:18
- 4 Tomorrow Police 4:25
- 5 No Holds Barred 3:41
- 6 Parable of Daedalus 4:17
Disc 2
- 1 Birdhead Looking @ Goldenhands 3:15
- 2 Vernal Equinox 1:17
- 3 1000 Winters in a Row 4:35
- 4 Red Flag 2:58
- 5 Nomadic Sacrifice 4:07
- 6 Steeplechase 3:14
- 7 Tackle the Walrus 4:17
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