Lost Tales
Summoning · 2003
16 min · 2 tracks · black metal
Ethereal soundscapes merge with dark, atmospheric melodies, creating an immersive experience steeped in fantasy and mythology.
Top tracks — play these first
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Arcenstone — This track exemplifies Summoning's ability to weave grand narratives through sprawling compositions and evocative instrumentation, immersing listeners in a cinematic experience.
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Saruman — The intricate layers of melody and haunting vocals in this track highlight the band's skillful blending of metal with atmospheric elements, embodying their signature style.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The EP's expansive tracks and atmospheric production create a unique blend of black metal and ambient music.
What we noticed
- The EP consists of two lengthy tracks, each over eight minutes, allowing for expansive development of themes and motifs.
- Both tracks feature layered instrumentation, with synthesizers creating an ethereal backdrop that complements the heavy guitar riffs.
- The vocal delivery is sparse and atmospheric, often buried in the mix, enhancing the immersive quality rather than dominating the sound.
- 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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8/10
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 Arcenstone 9:17
- 2 Saruman 7:40
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