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Psychromatic

Raintime · 2010

47 min · 11 tracks · progressive metal

A rich tapestry of melodic death metal infused with progressive intricacies and atmospheric layers, creating a dynamic listening experience.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Never Ending Stairway — This track exemplifies Raintime's ability to blend heavy riffs with melodic hooks and intricate arrangements, making it a highlight of the album.
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    I Want to Remember — Here, the band explores emotional depth through both lyrics and composition, highlighting their lyrical storytelling alongside powerful instrumentation.
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    Walk-On Actor — The closing track stands out with its extended arrangement and progressive elements, serving as an ambitious culmination of the themes explored throughout the album.

Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

  • Nothing but a Mistake

    The moment shifts from reflective verses to an explosive chorus that questions past decisions.

    This transition not only emphasizes the internal conflict but also showcases the band's dynamic songwriting, moving from introspection to catharsis.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Fire Ants 4:11
  • 2 Turned Up and Down 3:41
  • 3 Never Ending Stairway 3:48
  • 4 Nothing but a Mistake 3:35
  • 5 I Want to Remember 4:52
  • 6 Shift 3:35
  • 7 Fake Idols 3:52
  • 8 Beaten Roads 4:03
  • 9 One Day 3:28
  • 10 Buried in You 3:57
  • 11 Walk-On Actor 8:14

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