Talvikuningas
CMX · 2007
62 min · 12 tracks · progressive rock
A cosmic journey through progressive rock, blending intricate instrumentation with thought-provoking narratives and dynamic shifts in mood.
Top tracks — play these first
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Kaikkivaltias Start here — The opening track sets a grand tone for the album with its lengthy and complex structure, encapsulating the band's signature style of merging poetic lyrics with progressive rock elements.
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Resurssikysymys — In less than two minutes, this track delivers a compact yet powerful critique of societal issues, showcasing CMX's ability to convey deep messages succinctly.
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Vallan haamut — This song blends haunting melodies with rich instrumentation, making it a standout example of CMX's atmospheric sound and lyrical storytelling.
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Punainen komentaja — A compelling narrative unfolds in this track, using vivid imagery to explore themes of power and authority, demonstrating the band's lyrical prowess.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases intricate compositions and dynamic shifts, establishing a strong presence in Finnish progressive rock.
What we noticed
- The album features several tracks that exceed six minutes, allowing for extended instrumental passages and thematic development.
- Dynamic shifts in mood are evident, with abrupt transitions between heavy guitar riffs and softer melodic sections throughout the tracks.
- Lyrical narratives are woven into the music, often reflecting philosophical themes that complement the complex arrangements.
- 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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6/10
- 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
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.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic journey with narrative peaks
- wave-like pacing for deep engagement
- exploration of finnish mythology themes
- intricate musicianship for attentive listening
Maybe skip if you
- prefer instant gratification tracks
- seek straightforward, short songs
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Critical Peak — Represents a high point in CMX's artistic development with elaborate compositions.
- Themes
- Finnish mythology· cosmic journeys· societal critique
- Career context
- Released on September 5, 2007, Talvikuningas marks CMX's ninth studio album, following their critically acclaimed record, Detritus. At this point in their career, the band had solidified their status in the Finnish rock scene, becoming known for their ambitious arrangements and philosophical lyrics.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Amorphis· Opeth· Porcupine Tree
Tracklist
- 1 Kaikkivaltias Start here 10:26
- 2 Resurssikysymys 1:54
- 3 Pretoriaanikyborgit 5:50
- 4 Vallan haamut 5:31
- 5 Tähtilaivan kapteeni 4:08
- 6 Kosmologisen vakion laulu 3:52
- 7 Parvatin tietäjä 4:26
- 8 Punainen komentaja 4:05
- 9 Langennut valo 4:26
- 10 Quanta 5:05
- 11 Rusalkai 3:41
- 12 Kaikkivaltiaan peili 8:31
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