Released 20 years ago
Materia
Novembre · 2006
68 min · 11 tracks · gothic metal
Ethereal melodies intertwine with heavy riffs, creating a haunting atmosphere that reflects both beauty and desolation.
Top tracks — play these first
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Reason — This track encapsulates the album's thematic depth with its introspective lyrics and dynamic shifts between haunting melodies and powerful riffs.
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Aquamarine — With its lush soundscapes and evocative imagery, Aquamarine represents the band's ability to fuse melancholy with beauty, making it a standout piece.
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Comedia — The complex structure and emotional delivery in Comedia highlight Novembre's skill in crafting immersive musical narratives that resonate deeply.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases intricate compositions and a blend of heavy and ethereal elements, contributing to its distinct gothic metal sound.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album features tracks that alternate between heavy guitar riffs and ethereal melodies, while the second half shifts towards more atmospheric soundscapes.
- Several tracks incorporate extended instrumental sections, allowing for a gradual build-up of tension before returning to melodic themes.
- The final track ends with a long fade-out, creating a sense of unresolved closure that lingers after the last note.
- 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
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.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady melodic progression throughout
- atmospheric soundscapes for reflection
- haunting melodies for introspection
- evening solitude with deep emotions
- immersive journey through melancholia
Maybe skip if you
- prefer upbeat, instant gratification
- seek short, standalone tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in early 2006, Materia was Novembre's fourth studio album, following their critically acclaimed record, The Blue, which solidified their presence in the gothic metal scene. This album marked a continued evolution in their sound, showcasing a blend of atmospheric elements and heavier instrumentation as they sought to refine their artistic vision.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Opeth· My Dying Bride· Anathema
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Verne 5:44
- 2 Memoria stoica / Vetro 6:00
- 3 Reason 7:30
- 4 Aquamarine 5:13
- 5 Jules 5:47
- 6 Geppetto 6:59
- 7 Comedia 6:55
- 8 The Promise 5:33
- 9 Materia 5:41
- 10 Croma 6:25
- 11 Nothijngrad 6:08
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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