Oldarhian
Sarke · 2011
40 min · 10 tracks · black metal
Dark and atmospheric, this album weaves relentless riffs with haunting melodies, reflecting the essence of Norwegian black metal.
Top tracks — play these first
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Condemned — Opening with aggressive riffs and a raw vocal delivery, this track sets the tone for the entire album, encapsulating Sarke's signature sound.
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Pilgrim of the Occult — This track features a compelling mix of melodic lines and intense instrumentation, highlighting the band's ability to balance aggression with atmospheric elements.
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Passage to Oldarhian — The title track offers a journey through dynamic shifts in tempo and mood, showcasing Sarke's lyrical depth alongside their musical prowess.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album combines aggressive riffs with atmospheric moments, showcasing solid songwriting and production.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a fast-paced track that sets a relentless tone, followed by a mid-tempo piece that introduces melodic elements.
- Several tracks feature shifts in dynamics, alternating between aggressive riffs and atmospheric passages, creating a sense of tension.
- The final track concludes with an extended instrumental section that gradually fades out, leaving an echoing ambiance.
- 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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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
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.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Condemned 3:46
- 2 Pilgrim of the Occult 4:21
- 3 Pessimist 4:20
- 4 Passage to Oldarhian 4:11
- 5 Flay the Wolf 3:09
- 6 Captured 4:37
- 7 Paradigm Lost 3:29
- 8 Novel Dawn 4:15
- 9 Burning of the Monoliths 4:28
- 10 The Stranger Brew 4:06
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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