Outstrider
Abbath · 2019
35 min · 8 tracks · black metal
A relentless barrage of icy riffs and haunting melodies that embody the dark essence of black metal.
Top tracks — play these first
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Calm in Ire (Of Hurricane) — This track opens the album with a striking combination of melodic introspection and ferocity, setting the tone for the entire record.
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Outstrider — The title track showcases Abbath's signature vocal style and features a dynamic interplay of heavy riffs and atmospheric elements that encapsulate his artistic vision.
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Harvest Pyre — This song blends rhythmically complex sections with haunting melodies, demonstrating Abbath's ability to weave narrative depth into his music.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
Abbath's 'Outstrider' combines strong production with intricate songwriting, making it a solid entry in contemporary black metal.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a mid-tempo track that sets a dark, atmospheric tone, followed by tracks that alternate between aggressive blast beats and slower, melodic sections.
- Several tracks feature layered guitar harmonies that create a dense soundscape, while the vocals are delivered in a harsh style typical of black metal.
- The final track ends with a gradual fade-out, contrasting with the abrupt endings of earlier songs, which adds to the overall sense of closure.
- 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
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Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Calm in Ire (Of Hurricane) 4:32
- 2 Bridge of Spasms 3:48
- 3 The Artifex 4:08
- 4 Harvest Pyre 4:12
- 5 Land of Khem 4:08
- 6 Outstrider 5:39
- 7 Scythewinder 4:16
- 8 Hecate 4:24
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