Lustdriven
Kiuas · 2010
48 min · 10 tracks · power metal
A vibrant fusion of melodic power metal with intricate guitar work and soaring vocals that vividly explore themes of desire and humanity.
Top tracks — play these first
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Of Love, Lust and Human Nature — This track encapsulates the album's core theme, blending poetic lyrics with anthemic melodies that highlight the tension between desire and morality.
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The Visionary — Featuring intricate guitar solos and dynamic shifts, this track showcases Kiuas' musicianship while addressing the struggle between dreams and reality.
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Cry Little Angel — This song stands out for its haunting melody and emotional depth, portraying vulnerability amidst powerful instrumentation that drives the narrative forward.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
Lustdriven showcases strong songwriting and production but remains within the established power metal framework.
What we noticed
- The first track opens with a rapid tempo and aggressive guitar riffs, establishing a high-energy tone that persists through the first half of the album.
- Several tracks feature dual guitar harmonies that intertwine with soaring vocal melodies, creating a rich texture throughout the record.
- 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
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- soaring vocals that inspire reflection
- cathartic moments of emotional release
- vibrant energy for late nights
- intricate guitar work to explore
- themes of desire and humanity
Maybe skip if you
- seekers of instant gratification
- prefer minimalist soundscapes
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in January 2010, Lustdriven is Kiuas' fourth studio album, following their 2008 release, Mikado. At this point, the band was refining their signature sound while exploring deeper lyrical themes, marking a significant step in their evolution as a prominent band in the Finnish power metal scene.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Sonata Arctica· DragonForce· Nightwish
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Kiuassault 4:37
- 2 Cry Little Angel 3:59
- 3 Of Love, Lust and Human Nature 4:05
- 4 Aftermath 5:23
- 5 Lights are Many 4:52
- 6 The Visionary 6:34
- 7 Heart and Will 4:32
- 8 The Quickening 4:00
- 9 Summer's End 5:02
- 10 Winter's Sting 5:42
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