Saturn in Ascension
Saturnus · 2012
74 min · 9 tracks · melodic death metal
Epic doom metal drenched in melancholic melodies and haunting atmospheres, exploring themes of longing and introspection.
Top tracks — play these first
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Litany of Rain — This opening track sets a somber tone with its expansive instrumentation and emotional depth, embodying the album's overall atmosphere of despair.
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Mourning Sun — With its climactic build-up and poignant lyrics, this track captures the essence of loss and sorrow that permeates throughout the album.
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Call of the Raven Moon — This song showcases the band's signature blend of melodic elements and heavy riffs, offering a compelling exploration of nature's darker aspects.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends atmospheric elements with melodic death metal effectively, showcasing strong compositions and production.
What we noticed
- The album features lengthy tracks, with most exceeding six minutes, allowing for gradual build-ups and atmospheric development.
- Melodic guitar lines intertwine with deep growls and clean vocals, creating a contrast that enhances the emotional weight of the music.
- Several tracks incorporate orchestral elements and layered harmonies, contributing to a rich soundscape that evokes a sense of longing.
- 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
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Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Litany of Rain 9:56
- 2 Wind Torn 8:42
- 3 A Lonely Passage 5:21
- 4 A Father’s Providence 5:02
- 5 Mourning Sun 10:19
- 6 Call of the Raven Moon 7:23
- 7 Forest of Insomnia 10:04
- 8 Between 11:04
- 9 Limbs of Crystal Clear 6:37
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