Lo último
Hermética · 1995
46 min · 13 tracks · heavy metal
Fierce thrash riffs collide with socially charged lyrics, creating an intense sonic landscape that defines Argentine heavy metal.
Top tracks — play these first
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Tano solo Start here — establishes the sonic palette early
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Vientos de poder — This track stands out for its powerful anthem-like quality and themes of empowerment, embodying the rebellious spirit that characterizes the album.
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Traición — With its aggressive instrumentation and introspective lyrics about betrayal and disillusionment, this song captures Hermética's signature blend of personal and political themes.
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La revancha de América — This track serves as a rallying cry for Latin American identity, showcasing Hermética's commitment to addressing social injustices through their music.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album combines sharp riffs with politically charged lyrics, marking it as a significant entry in Argentine heavy metal.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a fast-paced track that sets an aggressive tone, maintaining high energy through the first half before introducing slower, more reflective moments.
- Lyrically, the songs address social and political issues in Argentina, often using vivid imagery and direct language to convey their messages.
- 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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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
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.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo progression
- politically charged themes
- razor-sharp riffs energize
- focused listening experience
- engaging narrative throughout
Maybe skip if you
- prefer instant gratification
- seek slow, meditative sounds
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — Solidified Hermética's status in the Argentine metal scene, gaining significant popularity.
- Themes
- Argentine social struggles· political resistance
- Moods
- Aggressive· Energetic
- Career context
- Released in 1995, Lo último was Hermética's third studio album, solidifying their status as one of the leading bands in the Argentine heavy metal scene. Following the success of their previous album, Ácido Argentino, this release showcased their evolving sound and lyrical depth, reflecting the socio-political climate in Argentina during the 1990s.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Ozzy Osbourne· Black Obelisk· Angel Dust
Tracklist
- 1 Tano solo Start here 2:14
- 2 Vientos de poder 4:16
- 3 Traición 3:08
- 4 Gil trabajador 3:09
- 5 Otro día para ser 4:51
- 6 Víctimas del vaciamiento 3:10
- 7 Robó un auto 3:39
- 8 Del colimba 4:16
- 9 La revancha de América 3:22
- 10 Vida impersonal 3:13
- 11 Ayer deseo, hoy realidad 3:09
- 12 Cuando duerme la ciudad 3:40
- 13 Soy de la esquina 3:52
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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