Released 20 years ago
Redeemer
Machinae Supremacy · 2006
52 min · 11 tracks · alternative metal
Melodic power metal meets chiptune energy, creating an exhilarating soundscape that blends nostalgia with modern heaviness.
Top tracks — play these first
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Elite — The opening track showcases the band's signature blend of melodic hooks and intense guitar work, setting the stage for the album's energetic tone.
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I Know the Reaper — This track stands out for its dark themes combined with electrifying instrumentation, highlighting the band's ability to merge complex narratives with catchy choruses.
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Ghost (Beneath the Surface) — This song features a haunting atmosphere while integrating chiptune elements, demonstrating Machinae Supremacy's unique sound and emotional depth.
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Rise — With its anthemic chorus and driving rhythm, this track encapsulates the album's uplifting message, appealing to listeners both musically and emotionally.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends chiptune and metal effectively, showcasing strong compositions and distinct sound but with some cohesion issues.
What we noticed
- The first three tracks feature rapid tempo changes and intricate guitar solos, establishing a high-energy opening.
- Several tracks incorporate contrasting dynamics, shifting from aggressive verses to melodic choruses, enhancing emotional impact.
- 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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8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Significant within its genre. 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
- exhilarating sonic landscapes to explore
- dynamic pacing with engaging shifts
- adventurous soundscapes for gaming
- cathartic energy for workouts
Maybe skip if you
- prefer slow, mellow atmospheres
- seek straightforward single tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in early 2006, Redeemer marked Machinae Supremacy's third album, following their breakthrough with 2004's Deus Ex Machina. By this time, the band had solidified its unique identity within the alternative metal scene, fusing video game music elements with heavy guitar riffs and soaring vocals.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Sabaton· DragonForce· Celldweller
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Elite 4:23
- 2 Through the Looking Glass 5:07
- 3 Rogue World Asylum 4:10
- 4 Rise 5:30
- 5 I Know the Reaper 4:34
- 6 Hate 4:13
- 7 Ghost (Beneath the Surface) 5:11
- 8 Seventeen 3:42
- 9 Ronin 5:13
- 10 Oki Kumas Adventure 5:22
- 11 Reanimator (March of the Undead III) 5:02
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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