Leaves of Yesteryear
Green Carnation · 2020
44 min · 5 tracks · death metal
A lush tapestry of progressive melodies and heavy riffs intertwines with introspective themes across atmospheric soundscapes.
Top tracks — play these first
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Leaves of Yesteryear — The title track encapsulates the album's essence with its sweeping melodies and reflective lyrics, setting the tone for the entire project.
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My Dark Reflections of Life and Death — This nearly 16-minute epic showcases the band's ability to weave complex musical themes together, offering a profound exploration of existential questions.
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Solitude — With its haunting atmosphere and minimalist approach, this track highlights the emotional core of the album, contrasting heavier moments with introspective calm.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases ambitious compositions and varied dynamics, appealing to fans of progressive metal.
What we noticed
- The album features long tracks, with the shortest being over six minutes, allowing for extended musical exploration.
- Each song incorporates multiple tempo changes, shifting from heavy riffs to softer melodic passages seamlessly.
- The use of atmospheric soundscapes is prominent, with layered instrumentation creating a rich sonic environment.
- 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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7/10
- 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
Little footprint beyond its audience. 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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My Dark Reflections of Life and Death
A pivotal moment occurs when the narrative shifts from contemplating mortality to embracing life's fleeting beauty through vivid imagery.
This transition emphasizes the duality of existence, moving from despair to appreciation in a single breath, reflecting the album's overarching themes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Leaves of Yesteryear 8:03
- 2 Sentinels 5:42
- 3 My Dark Reflections of Life and Death 15:36
- 4 Hounds 10:10
- 5 Solitude 5:05
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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