Reflection of the Negative
Windhand · 2013
36 min · 3 tracks · doom metal
A haunting blend of heavy riffs and ethereal vocals creates a mesmerizing atmosphere that envelops the listener in darkness.
Top tracks — play these first
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Athame — This sprawling track showcases Windhand's ability to weave intricate melodies into heavy instrumentation, creating a captivating journey through sound that defines the album's essence.
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Amaranth — With its somber yet powerful atmosphere, this track highlights the band's signature blend of haunting vocals and dense guitar work, making it a standout moment on the album.
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Shepherd's Crook — The closing track features an immersive soundscape that gradually builds intensity, leaving listeners with a sense of resolution while reinforcing the album’s thematic depth.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album's heavy riffs and ethereal vocals create a unique atmosphere within the doom metal genre.
What we noticed
- The album features three tracks, each exceeding eight minutes, creating an immersive experience that demands sustained attention.
- Heavy guitar riffs are layered with ethereal vocals, which alternate between haunting melodies and powerful shouts, enhancing the atmospheric quality.
- Each track builds gradually, often starting with a slow tempo before transitioning into heavier sections, maintaining a sense of tension throughout.
- 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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8/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Athame 18:31
- 2 Amaranth 7:25
- 3 Shepherd's Crook 10:45
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