Sanity Obscure
Believer · 1990
39 min · 8 tracks · progressive metal
A relentless fusion of progressive and thrash metal that weaves intricate melodies with aggressive rhythms and thought-provoking themes.
Top tracks — play these first
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Sanity Obscure — The title track exemplifies the album’s dense musicality, combining intricate guitar work with a thought-provoking narrative that questions societal norms.
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Wisdom's Call — This track showcases the band's ability to balance melody and aggression, featuring dynamic shifts that highlight both musical prowess and lyrical depth.
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Idols of Ignorance — With its driving rhythm and compelling chorus, this song critiques complacency in society, presenting a strong social commentary wrapped in heavy instrumentation.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases intricate compositions and aggressive rhythms, establishing Believer's identity in progressive metal.
What we noticed
- Guitar solos are frequent and intricate, often intertwining with the rhythm section to create a dense soundscape.
- Lyrical themes explore philosophical concepts, with each track presenting a distinct narrative or idea that complements the music.
- Composition 25% of the score
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8/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- 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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6/10
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.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Sanity Obscure 6:11
- 2 Wisdom's Call 3:46
- 3 Nonpoint 5:22
- 4 Idols of Ignorance 4:44
- 5 Stop the Madness 5:03
- 6 Dies Irae (Day of Wrath) 5:49
- 7 Dust to Dust 5:02
- 8 Like a Song 3:23
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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