Matriarch
Veil of Maya · 2015
36 min · 12 tracks · metalcore
A whirlwind of intricate guitar work and aggressive rhythms intertwine with melodic interludes, creating a dynamic sonic landscape.
Top tracks — play these first
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Leeloo — This track combines relentless riffs and rhythmic complexity with melodic hooks, encapsulating the album's balance between aggression and melody.
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Phoenix — Featuring a powerful chorus and intricate breakdowns, this song exemplifies the band's signature style while showcasing Magyar's vocal range.
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Matriarch — The title track serves as an atmospheric interlude, setting a reflective tone that contrasts sharply with the heavier songs surrounding it.
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Aeris — With its progressive shifts and emotional depth, this song highlights the album's thematic exploration of strength and vulnerability.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases strong technical elements and dynamic contrasts but lacks a fully cohesive flow.
What we noticed
- The album features rapid tempo shifts, with tracks like 'Nyu' and 'Leeloo' alternating between blast beats and melodic breakdowns.
- Several tracks incorporate clean vocals alongside harsh screams, creating a contrast that enhances the dynamic range.
- 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
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- short bursts of intense energy
- dynamic shifts in pacing
- melodic interludes for breathing space
- intricate details for close listening
- for focused workouts
Maybe skip if you
- prefer lengthy, immersive albums
- seek straightforward, predictable structures
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on May 12, 2015, Matriarch marked Veil of Maya's fifth studio album and their first after the departure of lead vocalist Brandon Butler. This album showcased a new direction under the guidance of current frontman Lukas Magyar, reflecting both a continuation of their established sound and an exploration of new musical territories.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Born of Osiris· After the Burial· Periphery
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Nyu 1:55
- 2 Leeloo 2:51
- 3 Ellie 3:03
- 4 Lucy 2:55
- 5 Mikasa 3:09
- 6 Aeris 3:47
- 7 Three‐Fifty 3:26
- 8 Phoenix 3:16
- 9 Matriarch 1:18
- 10 Teleute 3:00
- 11 Daenerys 3:39
- 12 Lisbeth 3:45
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