What makes Sublimation XXIXA by Vorkreist notable?

This album garnered attention for its brutal complexity and was well-received in niche metal circles, contributing to the resurgence of French death metal in the mid-2000s. Its raw production quality and thematic depth earned it a cult following, influencing emerging bands within the genre. Sublimation XXIXA is Vorkreist's debut album, marking their entry into the death metal scene. Released in 2006, it established them as a force within the underground metal movement, paving the way for subsequent releases and solidifying their unique sound.

How many songs are on Sublimation XXIXA?

Sublimation XXIXA has 9 tracks, running approximately 43 minutes.

Released 20 years ago

Sublimation XXIXA

Vorkreist · 2006

43 min · 9 tracks · death metal

A relentless barrage of intricate riffs and guttural vocals envelops listeners in a dark and chaotic sonic landscape.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Great Orders of Sterile Lunacy — Opening with frenetic guitar work and unyielding percussion, this track sets the tone for the album's chaotic energy and lyrical themes of madness.
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Sodogma — Sodogma features shifting time signatures and aggressive dynamics, showcasing the band's technical prowess while delving into themes of nihilism and despair.
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Ecstatic in Revulsion — The closing track encapsulates the album's emotional weight, combining haunting melodies with visceral lyrics that leave a lasting impact on the listener.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

51 /100

Foothills

Higher than 34% of albums we've rated

The album showcases complex compositions and a relentless sound, establishing Vorkreist's presence in the death metal scene.

What we noticed

The album features a consistent tempo that rarely dips below fast-paced, creating an unrelenting energy throughout.
Several tracks incorporate dissonant chord progressions, enhancing the chaotic atmosphere of the record.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 6/10
Durability 25% of the score: 5/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 7/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 6/10

Influence 4/10

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.

Tracklist

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

1 Great Orders of Sterile Lunacy 5:14
2 Sublimation XXIXA 3:26
3 Mystical Hierarchy of Perdition 4:35
4 Thy Death Divine 5:18
5 Sodogma 4:44
6 Torture Kult 3:23
7 Void of Grace 6:36
8 VKT Konklave 3:18
9 Ecstatic in Revulsion 6:56

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