Slavonic Chronicles cover

Slavonic Chronicles

Drudkh · 2010

16 min · 2 tracks · black metal

Ethereal melodies intertwine with harsh vocals, creating a haunting soundscape steeped in Slavic folklore and atmospheric depth.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Tam gdzie gaśnie dzień… — This track exemplifies the album's blend of ambient textures and aggressive instrumentation, showcasing Drudkh's signature ability to evoke deep emotional landscapes through music.
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    Indiánská píseň hrůzy — The incorporation of traditional melodies into this track highlights the band's commitment to integrating cultural narratives into their sound, making it a standout representation of their artistic vision.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

63 /100
Treeline
Higher than 74% of albums we've rated

The EP effectively blends atmospheric elements with black metal, showcasing strong composition and production.

What we noticed

  • The first track features a gradual build-up, starting with ambient sounds before introducing harsh vocals and layered instrumentation.
  • The second track employs a repetitive melodic motif that intertwines with the harsh elements, creating a sense of continuity throughout its length.
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
8/10

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.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Tam gdzie gaśnie dzień… 10:48
  • 2 Indiánská píseň hrůzy 5:17

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