In This Moment We Are Free – Cities
Vuur · 2017
64 min · 11 tracks · progressive metal
A sweeping blend of melodic guitar work and intricate rhythms creates an immersive journey through urban landscapes and emotional depths.
Top tracks — play these first
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My Champion – Berlin — Opening the album, this track sets a dynamic tone with powerful riffs and soaring melodies that encapsulate Vuur's distinct style. Its thematic focus on resilience mirrors the spirit of Berlin itself.
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Freedom – Rio — This track blends rhythmic intensity with lyrical depth, exploring the concept of liberation against vibrant musical backdrops inspired by Brazilian culture. The interplay between heavy instrumentation and melodic lines highlights the band’s ability to fuse genres.
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Your Glorious Light Will Shine – Helsinki — Centering on hope and illumination, this track features intricate guitar arrangements and emotive vocal delivery, showcasing Vuur’s knack for creating atmospheric soundscapes that evoke strong imagery. It stands out for its uplifting message amid heavier themes.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album's thematic cohesion and intricate musicianship create an engaging progressive metal experience.
What we noticed
- The album features a consistent thematic structure, with each track named after a different city, reflecting its unique character through music.
- Several tracks incorporate orchestral elements, adding depth and atmosphere that enhance the emotional weight of the compositions.
- 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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7/10
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.
- 1 My Champion – Berlin 7:36
- 2 Time – Rotterdam 6:40
- 3 The Martyr and the Saint – Beirut 5:35
- 4 The Fire – San Francisco 4:47
- 5 Freedom – Rio 6:06
- 6 Days Go By – London 6:30
- 7 Sail Away – Santiago 6:00
- 8 Valley of Diamonds – Mexico City 6:25
- 9 Your Glorious Light Will Shine – Helsinki 5:32
- 10 Save Me – Istanbul 5:05
- 11 Reunite! – Paris 4:39
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