Onyx
Ava Inferi · 2011
50 min · 8 tracks · gothic metal
Dark, atmospheric melodies intertwine with haunting vocals, creating an immersive journey through gothic landscapes and introspective themes.
Top tracks — play these first
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Onyx — The title track encapsulates the album's haunting atmosphere with its rich instrumentation and evocative vocals, setting the tone for the entire record.
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The Heathen Island — This track stands out with its dynamic shifts in tempo and emotional intensity, showcasing the band's ability to craft a powerful narrative through music.
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By Candlelight & Mirrors — With its delicate piano introduction leading into soaring vocals, this song highlights the band's lyrical depth and melodic sensibility.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album features strong atmospheric elements and layered compositions, though it remains within established gothic metal conventions.
What we noticed
- Several tracks feature layered vocals that create a call-and-response effect, enhancing the atmospheric quality.
- 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.
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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The Living End
A pivotal moment occurs when the lyrics shift from reflective musings on mortality to an urgent call to embrace life fully.
This transition emphasizes a juxtaposition between despair and hope, effectively capturing the album's overarching themes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Onyx 4:49
- 2 The Living End 6:50
- 3 A Portal 4:56
- 4 ((Ghostlights)) 6:47
- 5 Majesty 5:53
- 6 The Heathen Island 9:19
- 7 By Candlelight & Mirrors 5:47
- 8 Venice (in Fog) 5:59
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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