Seasons Will Fall
Circle II Circle · 2013
67 min · 12 tracks · progressive metal
Heavy riffs and soaring melodies intertwine, creating an immersive journey through themes of introspection and existential reflection.
Top tracks — play these first
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Diamond Blade — Opening with a powerful riff, this track sets the tone for the album's exploration of struggle and resilience through its compelling lyrical narrative.
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Epiphany — At nearly nine minutes long, this track exemplifies the band's progressive roots with complex arrangements and deep emotional resonance, serving as a centerpiece for the album.
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Seasons Will Fall — The title track encapsulates the overarching themes of change and acceptance, featuring dynamic shifts that highlight the band's musical prowess.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases intricate songwriting but lacks strong cohesion and distinctiveness within the genre.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a heavy riff in 'Diamond Blade' that sets a fast pace, which is maintained through the first half before slowing down significantly in 'Isolation'.
- Vocals often alternate between melodic singing and aggressive delivery, creating dynamic contrasts throughout the record.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- 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
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
- gradual build to emotional climax
- reflective moments of solitude
- soaring melodies for introspection
- late-night deep listening sessions
- intricate rhythms for focused attention
Maybe skip if you
- seeking instant gratification
- prefer short, standalone tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2013, Seasons Will Fall is Circle II Circle's fifth studio album and showcases their continued evolution within the progressive metal genre. Following a lineup change that saw the departure of longtime drummer Jeff Plate, the band sought to refine their sound while maintaining the emotional intensity characteristic of their earlier works.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Savage Circus· Iced Earth· Blind Guardian
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Killing Death
The bridge confronts mortality directly, presenting stark imagery that forces listeners to reflect on life’s fleeting nature.
This moment shifts the song’s perspective from abstract to personal, creating an urgency that underscores the album's thematic depth.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Diamond Blade 5:45
- 2 Without A Sound 4:58
- 3 Killing Death 5:21
- 4 Epiphany 8:59
- 5 End Of Emotion 5:13
- 6 Dreams That Never Die 7:10
- 7 Seasons Will Fall 5:35
- 8 Never Gonna Stop 4:20
- 9 Isolation 4:21
- 10 Sweet Despair 5:36
- 11 Downshot 3:56
- 12 Only Yesterday 6:21
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