Of Rust and Bones
Poisonblack · 2010
58 min · 11 tracks · heavy metal
A haunting blend of gothic metal's melancholic melodies and heavy riffs, underscored by introspective lyrics and atmospheric soundscapes.
Top tracks — play these first
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Leech — This track stands out with its driving rhythm and evocative lyrics that explore themes of addiction and dependency, encapsulating the album's darker tones.
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Invisible — With its extended runtime, this song builds an immersive atmosphere, showcasing the band's ability to weave complex emotions into haunting melodies.
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Buried Alive — The track delivers a powerful exploration of suffocation and isolation through both lyrical content and dynamic instrumentation, making it a compelling listen.
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Casket Case — 'Casket Case' exemplifies the band's signature style, merging gothic elements with heavy metal, creating a memorable anthem about mortality.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends heavy riffs with melodic elements, showcasing solid craftsmanship but lacking strong cohesion.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album features heavier tracks with prominent guitar riffs, while the second half shifts to more melodic and atmospheric pieces.
- Several tracks incorporate layered vocal harmonies that enhance the emotional weight of the lyrics.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- 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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6/10
- 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
Little footprint beyond its audience. 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
- haunting melodies with introspective themes
- deep emotional resonance and reflection
- atmospheric soundscapes for solitude
- steady pacing with immersive moments
Maybe skip if you
- prefer upbeat, fast-paced music
- want lighthearted and cheerful tunes
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on March 22, 2010, 'Of Rust and Bones' is Poisonblack's fourth studio album, following their 2008 release 'A Dead Heavy Day'. At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their presence in the gothic metal scene and refining their thematic focus on darkness and despair.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Sentenced· Tristania· The Sins of Thy Beloved
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Sun Shines Black 4:50
- 2 Leech 3:49
- 3 My World 3:57
- 4 Buried Alive 4:40
- 5 Invisible 8:08
- 6 Casket Case 3:44
- 7 Down the Drain 8:03
- 8 Alone 4:44
- 9 The Last Song 7:33
- 10 My World (acoustic version) 3:21
- 11 Half Past Dead 5:43
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