Spirit the Earth Aflame
Primordial · 2000
73 min · 11 tracks · black metal
Epic black metal harmonies intertwine with folk melodies, creating a haunting atmosphere that resonates with themes of nature and mythology.
Top tracks — play these first
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Gods to the Godless — This track exemplifies the band's ability to blend heavy riffs with anthemic choruses, showcasing their signature pagan themes and emotional intensity.
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The Burning Season — With its powerful crescendos and poignant lyrics about transformation and loss, this track stands out for its evocative storytelling and musical dynamics.
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Children of the Harvest — This song features intricate melodic passages contrasted by harsh vocals, highlighting the band's duality and deep connection to nature and heritage.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album's ambitious blend of black metal and folk elements creates a unique sound that resonates with its thematic depth.
What we noticed
- The album features lengthy tracks, with most exceeding six minutes, allowing for extended development of themes and motifs.
- Each song incorporates layered guitar harmonies that blend black metal intensity with folk-inspired melodies, creating a rich sonic texture.
- The lyrics often explore nature and mythology, with a narrative style that invites listeners to engage deeply with the themes presented.
- Composition 25% of the score
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8/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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8/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Significant within its genre. 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 Spirit the Earth Aflame 2:26
- 2 Gods to the Godless 7:49
- 3 The Soul Must Sleep 6:39
- 4 The Burning Season 8:44
- 5 Glorious Dawn 7:24
- 6 The Cruel Sea 4:05
- 7 Children of the Harvest 8:32
- 8 To Enter Pagan 5:42
- 9 The Calling 4:57
- 10 Among the Lazarae 7:52
- 11 And the Sun Set on Life Forever 9:19
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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