Stormcrowfleet
Skepticism · 1995
57 min · 6 tracks · doom metal
Heavy, atmospheric soundscapes intertwine with haunting melodies, creating an immersive experience steeped in doom and desolation.
Top tracks — play these first
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Sign of a Storm — The opening track sets a monumental tone with its slow, mournful progression and dense atmosphere, encapsulating the essence of the album.
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The Rising of the Flames — This track features a striking build-up that accentuates the emotional weight of the music, showcasing the band's ability to create tension and release.
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The Everdarkgreen — With its expansive length and evolving soundscapes, this closing track epitomizes Skepticism's style, leaving listeners enveloped in a sense of dread and beauty.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album's long tracks and atmospheric depth create a unique listening experience that rewards repeat plays.
What we noticed
- Each track exceeds eight minutes, allowing for extended instrumental passages that build atmosphere gradually.
- The album features a consistent use of slow tempos and heavy, distorted guitar riffs layered with deep, resonant keyboards.
- Vocals are sparse and often buried in the mix, contributing to the overall ambiance rather than dominating the sound.
- 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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8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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9/10
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.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- immersive soundscapes for deep focus
- lengthy tracks for patient listeners
- haunting melodies that linger
- atmospheric layers inviting introspection
Maybe skip if you
- prefer upbeat, fast-paced music
- seek immediate gratification
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1995, Stormcrowfleet marked Skepticism's debut album, establishing them as pioneers of funeral doom metal. At this stage, the band was still relatively unknown, but their unique sound would soon influence countless artists in the genre.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Evoken· My Dying Bride· Ahab
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Sign of a Storm 10:10
- 2 Pouring 8:45
- 3 By Silent Wings 7:03
- 4 The Rising of the Flames 11:28
- 5 The Gallant Crow 7:36
- 6 The Everdarkgreen 12:15
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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