Omnivium
Obscura · 2011
59 min · 10 tracks · progressive metal
Complex rhythmic structures intertwine with soaring melodies, creating a sonic journey through intricate progressive metal landscapes.
Top tracks — play these first
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Vortex Omnivium — This track encapsulates the album's thematic exploration of the cosmos, merging intricate riffs with fluid transitions that highlight both technical skill and emotional depth.
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Ocean Gateways — With its juxtaposition of heavy instrumentation and melodic interludes, this song showcases Obscura's ability to blend aggression with beauty, making it a standout moment on the album.
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A Transcendental Serenade — This piece is notable for its ethereal qualities and progressive structure, offering a reflective pause amidst the album’s intensity while reinforcing its overarching narrative themes.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases technical proficiency and ambitious structures, solidifying Obscura's place in progressive metal.
What we noticed
- Each track typically exceeds five minutes, allowing for extended instrumental passages and thematic development.
- Melodic lines often intertwine with intricate guitar solos, creating a layered sound that demands focused listening.
- The final track, 'Concerto', is an orchestral piece that contrasts sharply with the preceding heavy instrumentation.
- Composition 25% of the score
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8/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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9/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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7/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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8/10
- 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
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Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Septuagint 7:17
- 2 Vortex Omnivium 4:13
- 3 Ocean Gateways 5:55
- 4 Euclidean Elements 4:50
- 5 Prismal Dawn 6:19
- 6 Celestial Spheres 5:27
- 7 Velocity 6:03
- 8 A Transcendental Serenade 6:13
- 9 Aevum 8:01
- 10 Concerto 4:42
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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