Queen of Time
Amorphis · 2018
69 min · 12 tracks · progressive metal
Epic melodies intertwine with dark, atmospheric textures, creating a rich tapestry of folk and progressive metal influences.
Top tracks — play these first
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The Bee Start here — This opening track establishes the album's thematic focus with its intricate arrangements and contrasting heavy riffs, setting the tone for the journey ahead.
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Message in the Amber — The song showcases the band's signature blend of melodic and heavy elements while featuring poignant lyrics that delve into themes of memory and loss.
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Daughter of Hate — With its driving rhythm and haunting melodies, this track embodies the emotional core of the album, illustrating the struggle between light and darkness.
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Heart of the Giant — This track stands out for its epic narrative style, combining powerful instrumentation with storytelling that resonates deeply within the context of Finnish mythology.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends progressive metal with folk influences, showcasing strong arrangements and vocal dynamics.
What we noticed
- Several tracks incorporate orchestral elements, such as strings and choirs, which enhance the atmospheric quality of the music.
- The first half of the album maintains a consistent tempo, while the latter half introduces more varied pacing and intricate arrangements.
- 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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7/10
- 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
Known within its scene. 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.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- long, immersive listening sessions
- steady, consistent energy levels
- dynamic emotional journeys
- atmospheric background focus
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Critical Peak — Acclaimed for lush arrangements, it represents a high point in Amorphis's artistic development.
- Themes
- Finnish mythology· memory and loss· light vs. darkness
- Career context
- Released on May 18, 2018, Queen of Time is Amorphis's twelfth studio album and follows their critically acclaimed 2015 release, Under the Red Cloud. At this point in their career, the band had solidified their sound, blending death metal with melodic elements while continuing to explore themes from Finnish mythology.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Opeth· Insomnium· Swallow the Sun
Tracklist
- 1 The Bee Start here 5:30
- 2 Message in the Amber 6:44
- 3 Daughter of Hate 6:20
- 4 The Golden Elk 6:22
- 5 Wrong Direction 5:09
- 6 Heart of the Giant 6:32
- 7 We Accursed 4:59
- 8 Grain of Sand 4:44
- 9 Amongst Stars 4:50
- 10 Pyres on the Coast 6:19
- 11 As Mountains Crumble 6:17
- 12 Brother and Sister 6:03
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