Infini
Voivod · 2009
58 min · 13 tracks · progressive metal
A fusion of progressive and thrash metal, marked by intricate rhythms and sci-fi-inspired themes that challenge conventional structures.
Top tracks — play these first
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God Phones Start here — Opening with a haunting atmosphere, this track sets the tone for the album's thematic exploration of technology's impact on humanity and features intricate guitar work that exemplifies Voivod's signature style.
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Global Warning — This track combines rapid-fire riffs with thought-provoking lyrics addressing environmental concerns, showcasing the band's ability to merge heavy music with socially relevant themes.
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Deathproof — With its relentless pace and aggressive instrumentation, this track highlights Voivod's thrash influences while delivering a narrative about resilience and survival that resonates throughout the album.
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Morpheus — The closing track blends atmospheric soundscapes with complex rhythms, encapsulating the album's overarching themes of dreams and reality while providing a fitting conclusion to Voivod's sonic journey.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
Infini showcases complex compositions and unique structures, solidifying Voivod's distinctive sound within progressive metal.
What we noticed
- Several songs incorporate unconventional song structures, often eschewing traditional verse-chorus formats.
- 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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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
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic progression with peaks
- wave-like pacing throughout
- haunting melodies and rhythms
- sci-fi themes for exploration
- engaging in-order listening experience
Maybe skip if you
- prefer straightforward, instant gratification
- dislike complex rhythmic structures
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Critical Peak — Showcases Voivod's innovative sound evolution and received critical acclaim.
- Themes
- sci-fi dystopia· environmental crisis· technological alienation
- Career context
- Infini is Voivod's twelfth studio album, released after a five-year hiatus following their previous album, Target Earth. This record showcases the band's ongoing evolution in sound and concept, embracing experimental elements while remaining true to their thrash roots. It also marks the final album featuring guitarist Denis 'Piggy' D'Amour before his passing in 2005.
Tracklist
- 1 God Phones Start here 5:07
- 2 From the Cave 2:54
- 3 Earthache 3:21
- 4 Global Warning 4:40
- 5 A Room With a V.U. 4:50
- 6 Destroy After Reading 4:27
- 7 Treasure Chase 3:37
- 8 Krap Radio 3:45
- 9 In Orbit 4:12
- 10 Deathproof 3:35
- 11 Pyramidome 4:27
- 12 Morpheus 5:31
- 13 Volcano 7:38
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