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Pitfalls

Leprous · 2019

55 min · 9 tracks · progressive metal

A haunting blend of progressive metal and poignant melodies, exploring themes of despair and introspection.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • wave-like pacing with emotional peaks
  • haunting melodies for introspective moments
  • cathartic release through dynamic shifts
  • engaging narrative across all tracks

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking instant gratification
  • prefer standalone, catchy singles

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on October 25, 2019, 'Pitfalls' is Leprous's fifth studio album, following their critically acclaimed 'Malina' (2017). At this point in their career, Leprous had solidified their reputation for innovative compositions while taking a more introspective approach in their sound. This album marked a distinct shift towards personal vulnerability in their lyrical content.
Stylistic neighbors
Between the Buried and Me· Haken· Tesseract

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

Disc 1

  • 1 Below 5:53
  • 2 I Lose Hope 4:44
  • 3 Observe the Train 5:08
  • 4 By My Throne 5:45
  • 5 Alleviate 3:42
  • 6 At the Bottom 7:21

Disc 2

  • 1 Distant Bells 7:23
  • 2 Foreigner 3:52
  • 3 The Sky Is Red 11:22

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