Marrow
Madder Mortem · 2018
53 min · 11 tracks · progressive metal
A haunting blend of progressive metal and ethereal melodies, where intricate rhythms meet introspective lyrics.
Top tracks — play these first
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Liberator — This track exemplifies the album's fusion of heavy riffs and melodic structures, featuring powerful vocals that convey a sense of liberation amidst turmoil.
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Marrow — The title track encapsulates the album's core themes of introspection and vulnerability, with a hauntingly beautiful melody that lingers long after it ends.
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Until You Return — This song showcases lyrical depth and emotional resonance, combining intricate instrumentation with poignant storytelling that reflects themes of longing and hope.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
Madder Mortem's 'Marrow' showcases intricate compositions and a blend of heavy and ethereal elements, solidifying their unique sound.
What we noticed
- Vocals alternate between haunting melodies and aggressive delivery, creating a dynamic contrast throughout the record.
- Several tracks incorporate atmospheric interludes that serve to enhance the emotional weight of the heavier sections.
- 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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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
Known within its scene. 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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Until You Return
The moment shifts from introspective reflection to an urgent plea for connection as the narrator grapples with absence.
This transition emphasizes the urgency of human connection, moving from quiet contemplation to a direct appeal that enhances the emotional stakes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Untethered 1:18
- 2 Liberator 3:59
- 3 Moonlight Over Silver White 5:43
- 4 Until You Return 6:40
- 5 My Will Be Done 4:13
- 6 Far From Home 4:51
- 7 Marrow 6:19
- 8 White Snow, Red Shadows 4:16
- 9 Stumble On 6:33
- 10 Waiting to Fall 9:03
- 11 Tethered 0:30
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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