Kentucky
Panopticon · 2012
51 min · 8 tracks · post-metal
A haunting blend of black metal ferocity and folk-inspired melodies that evokes the struggles of Appalachian life.
Top tracks — play these first
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Come All Ye Coal Miners — This track is a poignant reimagining of the traditional labor song, blending heavy instrumentation with haunting vocals to underscore the plight of coal miners.
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Black Soot and Red Blood — The song uses atmospheric soundscapes alongside intense riffs to illustrate the devastating impact of mining on both people and the environment.
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Which Side Are You On? — This cover of the classic labor anthem is delivered with a modern twist, highlighting the ongoing relevance of workers' rights issues today.
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Killing the Giants As They Sleep — With its lengthy structure, this track immerses listeners in an epic journey that reflects both despair and hope amid industrial decay.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album's unique fusion of black metal and folk elements creates a distinct sound that stands out in its genre.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a lengthy instrumental track that builds tension before introducing vocals, setting a somber tone.
- The final track is an expansive piece that gradually fades out, leaving a lingering sense of reflection.
- 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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9/10
- 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
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.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Bernheim Forest in Spring 2:54
- 2 Bodies Under the Falls 10:28
- 3 Come All Ye Coal Miners 4:13
- 4 Black Soot and Red Blood 10:11
- 5 Which Side Are You On? 3:00
- 6 Killing the Giants As They Sleep 12:25
- 7 Black Waters 4:57
- 8 Kentucky 3:21
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