Released 11 years ago this October
Silence in the Snow
Trivium · 2015
53 min · 13 tracks · heavy metal
A haunting blend of melodic metal and introspective lyrics set against a backdrop of intricate guitar work and powerful rhythms.
Top tracks — play these first
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Silence in the Snow Start here — The title track encapsulates the album's thematic exploration of vulnerability and introspection through its sweeping melodies and poignant lyrical content.
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Blind Leading the Blind — This track stands out for its dynamic contrast between heavy instrumentals and melodic choruses, reflecting the band's ability to balance aggression with melody.
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Until the World Goes Cold — With its anthemic chorus and emotional depth, this song exemplifies the album's overarching themes of despair and resilience amidst hardship.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases melodic metal elements with intricate guitar work but lacks strong cohesion in its pacing.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album features tracks that maintain a consistent mid-tempo pace, while the second half introduces more varied tempos and dynamics.
- Melodic guitar solos are prominent throughout, often intertwining with vocal lines to create a layered sound.
- Several tracks incorporate atmospheric interludes, such as 'Snøfall', which sets a haunting tone before the heavier songs.
- 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
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.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady, consistent energy levels
- long, immersive listening sessions
- dynamic emotional journeys
- atmospheric background focus
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Deep Cut — Explores a more melodic sound, appealing to dedicated fans but less accessible than earlier works.
- Career context
- Released on October 2, 2015, Silence in the Snow marked Trivium's seventh studio album, following their more aggressive record, Vengeance Falls. At this point in their career, they were exploring a more melodic sound, with frontman Matt Heafy emphasizing clean vocals over harsh screams, signaling a significant evolution in their musical approach.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Killswitch Engage· Architects· Bullet for My Valentine
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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The Ghost That's Haunting You
The imagery shifts from external darkness to internal struggles reveals a deeper layer of personal conflict.
This narrative pivot emphasizes a transition from general despair to a more personalized confrontation with one’s demons, enhancing emotional impact.
Tracklist
- 1 Snøfall 1:28
- 2 Silence in the Snow Start here 3:40
- 3 Blind Leading the Blind 4:25
- 4 Dead and Gone 3:46
- 5 The Ghost That's Haunting You 4:09
- 6 Pull Me From the Void 3:53
- 7 Until the World Goes Cold 5:21
- 8 Rise Above the Tides 3:54
- 9 The Thing That's Killing Me 3:30
- 10 Beneath the Sun 3:56
- 11 Breathe in the Flames 5:10
- 12 Cease All Your Fire 5:01
- 13 The Darkness of My Mind 4:46
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