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My Fatal Kiss

Krypteria · 2009

55 min · 13 tracks · power metal

A blend of orchestral arrangements and heavy guitar riffs that evoke a dark, cinematic atmosphere steeped in gothic themes.

Top tracks — play these first

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    My Fatal Kiss — The title track encapsulates the album's thematic essence, combining haunting melodies with powerful vocals that explore the complexity of love and desire.
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    Dying to Love — This track features an emotive vocal performance that blends vulnerability with strength, making it a standout representation of the album's emotional depth.
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    For You I'll Bring the Devil Down — With its driving rhythm and intense lyrics, this song exemplifies Krypteria's unique ability to create a balance between aggression and melody.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

48 /100
Foothills
Higher than 19% of albums we've rated

The album combines orchestral arrangements with metal elements, showcasing solid craftsmanship but lacking standout compositions.

What we noticed

  • The album opens with a high-energy track that sets a fast tempo, followed by several songs that alternate between heavy guitar riffs and orchestral interludes.
  • Many tracks feature dual vocals, with a male growler and a female soprano trading lines, creating a dynamic contrast throughout the record.
  • Several songs incorporate cinematic elements, such as strings and choirs, which are layered over aggressive guitar work to enhance the gothic atmosphere.
Composition 25% of the score
6/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
7/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
5/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
6/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
6/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 3/10

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.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Ignition 4:45
  • 2 My Fatal Kiss 3:08
  • 3 Why Did You Stop the World From Turning 6:03
  • 4 For You I'll Bring the Devil Down 3:31
  • 5 Deny 4:55
  • 6 The Freak in Me 5:38
  • 7 Never Say Die 4:33
  • 8 Dying to Love 3:13
  • 9 Shoot Me 3:40
  • 10 God I Need Someone 3:42
  • 11 Now (Start Spreading the Word) 4:36
  • 12 Headfirst Into a Sea of Flames 3:59
  • 13 Too Late, Game Over & Goodbye 4:09

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