Serpents Unleashed
Skeletonwitch · 2013
31 min · 11 tracks · thrash metal
A relentless barrage of thrash-infused black metal that melds aggression with intricate melodies and dark, atmospheric undertones.
Top tracks — play these first
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I Am of Death (Hell Has Arrived) — This track exemplifies the album's fusion of aggressive riffs and haunting melodies, showcasing Skeletonwitch's ability to balance brutality with musicality.
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Serpents Unleashed — As the title track, it captures the essence of the album's themes and energy, opening with a fierce momentum that sets the tone for the rest of the record.
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Blade on the Flesh, Blood on My Hands — This song features relentless tempo changes and intricate guitar work, illustrating the band's technical prowess while delivering visceral imagery.
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Unending, Everliving — With its anthemic chorus and dynamic shifts, this track highlights Skeletonwitch’s ability to create memorable hooks amidst their intense sound.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends aggressive thrash with melodic elements, showcasing strong craftsmanship and dynamic songwriting.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a title track that features rapid-fire drumming and dual guitar harmonies, establishing a high-energy pace.
- Several tracks incorporate tempo shifts, alternating between blast beats and slower, more melodic sections, creating dynamic contrasts.
- The vocals are predominantly harsh and aggressive, but occasionally shift to cleaner tones in the choruses, adding variety to the delivery.
- The last two tracks feature extended instrumental sections that emphasize atmospheric elements, allowing for a moment of reflection before concluding.
- 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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6/10
- 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 Serpents Unleashed 2:12
- 2 Beneath Dead Leaves 3:07
- 3 I Am of Death (Hell Has Arrived) 2:47
- 4 From a Cloudless Sky 2:48
- 5 Burned From Bone 2:39
- 6 Unending, Everliving 3:03
- 7 Blade on the Flesh, Blood on My Hands 2:27
- 8 This Evil Embrace 3:40
- 9 Unwept 2:26
- 10 Born of the Light That Does Not Shine 2:19
- 11 More Cruel Than Weak 4:19
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