What makes Suspended Animation by Fantômas notable?

Suspended Animation gained attention for its unique concept, with each track representing a day of the month in April 2005. It showcased Fantômas' innovative style, reinforcing their status within the avant-garde metal scene. Critics noted its experimental nature, which further influenced artists across various genres looking to incorporate unconventional structures into their music. Released in 2005, Suspended Animation is Fantômas' fourth studio album, coming after their previous release, Delìrium Còrdia in 2004. At this point, the band was solidifying their identity as pioneers of avant-garde metal, known for their experimental approach and diverse influences. The album reflects their continued evolution post the departure from traditional song structures.

How many songs are on Suspended Animation?

Suspended Animation has 30 tracks, running approximately 43 minutes.

Suspended Animation

Fantômas · 2005

43 min · 30 tracks · avant-garde metal

A surreal blend of dissonant rhythms and avant-garde structures, creating a sonic exploration of time and consciousness.

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04/01/05 Friday — The opening track sets a disorienting tone with its abrupt transitions, encapsulating the album's theme of temporal exploration right from the start.
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04/10/05 Sunday — This track stands out with its dynamic contrasts and layered instrumentation, reflecting the band's ability to fuse chaos with melody effectively.
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04/30/05 Saturday — As the closing piece, it expands on the album's overarching themes by layering complex rhythms and textures, providing a fitting conclusion to the auditory journey.

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Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

67 /100

Alpine

Higher than 91% of albums we've rated

The album's unique structure and avant-garde approach set it apart, though its niche appeal limits broader impact.

What we noticed

Each track is titled with a date in April 2005, creating a conceptual framework that ties the album together.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 8/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 9/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 7/10

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 04/01/05 Friday 0:34
2 04/02/05 Saturday 2:10
3 04/03/05 Sunday 1:45
4 04/04/05 Monday 1:32
5 04/05/05 Tuesday 0:33
6 04/06/05 Wednesday 2:25
7 04/07/05 Thursday 1:08
8 04/08/05 Friday 1:09
9 04/09/05 Saturday 1:17
10 04/10/05 Sunday 2:19
11 04/11/05 Monday 2:17
12 04/12/05 Tuesday 1:15
13 04/13/05 Wednesday 1:31
14 04/14/05 Thursday 2:20
15 04/15/05 Friday 0:39
16 04/16/05 Saturday 0:49
17 04/17/05 Sunday 0:45
18 04/18/05 Monday 0:47
19 04/19/05 Tuesday 0:40
20 04/20/05 Wednesday 1:49
21 04/21/05 Thursday 1:39
22 04/22/05 Friday 2:05
23 04/23/05 Saturday 0:58
24 04/24/05 Sunday 1:48
25 04/25/05 Monday 0:31
26 04/26/05 Tuesday 1:31
27 04/27/05 Wednesday 1:12
28 04/28/05 Thursday 1:30
29 04/29/05 Friday 1:28
30 04/30/05 Saturday 3:08

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