Måsstaden
Vildhjarta · 2011
51 min · 13 tracks · progressive metal
A dense tapestry of polyrhythmic grooves and atmospheric soundscapes, merging technical precision with emotive heaviness.
Top tracks — play these first
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Dagger — This track exemplifies Vildhjarta's signature sound with its relentless guitar work and dynamic shifts, showcasing both aggression and melody seamlessly.
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All These Feelings — With its expansive length and intricate layering, this track embodies the emotional depth and complexity that defines Måsstaden.
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Eternal Golden Monk — This song features intricate time signatures and an atmospheric build-up that highlights the band's ability to blend heaviness with ethereal elements.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
Måsstaden showcases intricate compositions and strong production, marking a notable entry in the djent genre.
What we noticed
- The album features complex polyrhythmic patterns that shift frequently, creating a dense and layered sound throughout.
- Several tracks incorporate ambient interludes that contrast with the heavier sections, allowing for dynamic shifts in intensity.
- The use of dual guitar harmonies is prevalent, often intertwining to create a rich textural backdrop against the rhythmic complexity.
- 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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5/10
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
- dense atmospheric soundscapes
- polyrhythmic grooves for focus
- cathartic emotional weight
- dynamic shifts in intensity
- short bursts of impactful tracks
Maybe skip if you
- prefer straightforward, simple songs
- seek immediate gratification
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Måsstaden marked Vildhjarta's debut album in 2011, emerging from the Swedish djent scene that was gaining momentum. The band had already garnered attention for their unique blend of progressive metal, setting the stage for a new wave of heavy music characterized by intricate rhythms and complex song structures.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Shadow (forte) 3:38
- 2 Dagger (forte) 4:25
- 3 Eternal Golden Monk (forte) 3:52
- 4 Benblåst (forte) 3:12
- 5 Östpeppar (forte) 1:56
- 6 Traces (forte) 6:09
- 7 Phobon Nika (forte) 2:51
- 8 Måsstadens nationalsång (forte) 0:46
- 9 When No One Walks With You (forte) 3:19
- 10 All These Feelings (forte) 6:53
- 11 Nojja (forte) 1:42
- 12 Deceit (forte) 5:09
- 13 The Lone Deranger (forte) 7:21
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