Tellurian
Soen · 2014
52 min · 9 tracks · progressive metal
Intricate melodies intertwine with heavy riffs, creating a lush soundscape that balances aggression and introspection.
Top tracks — play these first
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Tabula Rasa — This track encapsulates the album's core themes of rebirth and reflection with its dynamic structure and thought-provoking lyrics, showcasing the band's technical prowess.
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The Words — Displaying a haunting melody paired with emotional lyrics, this track highlights the band's ability to blend heaviness with vulnerability, making it a standout piece on the album.
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Void — With its expansive runtime and intricate arrangements, Void serves as a centerpiece of the album, exploring deep existential themes through both music and lyrics.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
Tellurian showcases intricate compositions and strong emotional contrasts, solidifying Soen's identity in progressive metal.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a soft, atmospheric intro that gradually builds into heavier instrumentation, setting a dynamic tone.
- The final track concludes with an extended instrumental section that fades out, leaving a lingering sense of introspection.
- 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
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
- gradual build towards catharsis
- introspective soundscapes for reflection
- immersive journey through emotions
- focused listening for deeper connection
Maybe skip if you
- prefer instant gratification
- seek standalone upbeat tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2014, Tellurian is Soen's third studio album, following their critically acclaimed album, Cognitive. At this point, the band was solidifying its identity within the progressive metal genre, honing their sound after lineup changes and establishing a more focused artistic direction.
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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The Words
The lyrics shift from self-reflection to an address towards an undefined 'you', creating a sense of urgency and connection.
This transition adds emotional weight by breaking the introspective pattern established earlier, inviting listeners into a shared experience.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Komenco 0:37
- 2 Tabula Rasa 5:24
- 3 Kuraman 5:25
- 4 The Words 6:18
- 5 Pluton 7:27
- 6 Koniskas 4:59
- 7 Ennui 5:21
- 8 Void 8:30
- 9 The Other's Fall 8:42
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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