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Scourge of the Enthroned

Krisiun · 2018

38 min · 8 tracks · death metal

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

60 /100
Treeline
Higher than 66% of albums we've rated

The album showcases strong musicianship and varied tempos but remains within familiar death metal territory.

What we noticed

  • The album features rapid tempo changes, with tracks alternating between blast beats and slower, heavy riffs.
  • Vocals are predominantly growled, with occasional high-pitched screams layered over the instrumentation.
  • Several tracks incorporate intricate guitar solos that contrast with the aggressive rhythm sections.
  • The final track ends abruptly after a series of escalating riffs, leaving a sense of unresolved tension.
Composition 25% of the score
7/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
8/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
6/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
7/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
6/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 2/10

Little footprint beyond its audience. 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

  • intense bursts of rhythmic aggression
  • dark themes with relentless energy
  • short but impactful listening sessions
  • cathartic release through powerful sound

Maybe skip if you

  • prefer softer, melodic music
  • seek lengthy, sprawling albums

Where this album fits

Stylistic neighbors
Immolation· Nile· Decapitated

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Scourge of the Enthroned 5:55
  • 2 Demonic III 5:02
  • 3 Devouring Faith 4:19
  • 4 Slay the Prophet 4:50
  • 5 A Thousand Graves 4:11
  • 6 Electricide 4:04
  • 7 Abysmal Misery (Foretold Destiny) 3:57
  • 8 Whirlwind of Immortality 5:51

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