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Possessor

Rusty Eye · 2009

49 min · 13 tracks · heavy metal

A dark and theatrical blend of heavy metal, infused with horror-inspired themes and intricate arrangements.

Top tracks — play these first

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    11.02 Day of the Dead — This track encapsulates the album's eerie atmosphere with its haunting melodies and lyrics that reflect on mortality, establishing a tone that permeates the record.
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    The Serial Kind — With its aggressive riffs and chilling narrative, this track stands out as a prime example of Rusty Eye's ability to combine heavy instrumentation with unsettling lyrical content.
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    Somnambulist Possession — This song features complex rhythms and dynamic shifts that highlight the band's musical dexterity while reinforcing the album's overarching theme of possession and haunting.
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    Mandragora Screams — As one of the more intense tracks, it showcases Rusty Eye's penchant for dramatic storytelling through music, making it a crucial piece in understanding their artistic vision.

Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

  • A Poisoned Letter

    The writing shifts from accusatory to reflective, revealing deep emotional conflict about betrayal.

    This transition from blame to introspection adds layers to the character’s psyche, enhancing the song's emotional weight.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 At the House by the Cemetery [intro] 1:07
  • 2 11.02 Day of the Dead 3:21
  • 3 Mondo Cane 5:09
  • 4 The Serial Kind 3:35
  • 5 Those Who Flee From the Sun 4:35
  • 6 Wings of a Demon 5:03
  • 7 Malefice [Intermission] 1:17
  • 8 Somnambulist Possession 4:14
  • 9 Jerusalem Cricket Soufflé [instrumental] 4:23
  • 10 The Entity (Ghostly Lust) 4:47
  • 11 A Poisoned Letter 4:44
  • 12 Mandragora Screams 3:57
  • 13 Rituales de Sangre [outro] 3:01

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