Test of Submission
45 min · 8 tracks · progressive metal
A labyrinth of intricate riffs and complex rhythms that challenge conventions while offering moments of melodic clarity.
Top tracks — play these first
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Test of Submission — The title track exemplifies the album's thematic exploration of struggle and perseverance through a dynamic interplay of aggressive riffs and introspective melodies.
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In Secrecy — Opening with a haunting atmosphere, this track sets the tone for the album's intricate musicianship and emotional depth, drawing listeners into its layered textures.
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The Line Always Snaps — This track features a compelling blend of frenetic energy and calculated pauses, showcasing the band's ability to balance intensity with melodic sensibility.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases ambitious compositions and technical proficiency, characteristic of progressive metal.
What we noticed
- Each track typically includes multiple distinct sections, often transitioning abruptly between aggressive riffs and melodic passages.
- The guitar work employs intricate layering, with harmonized leads and counterpoint melodies that enhance the overall texture of the music.
- 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.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 In Secrecy 5:11
- 2 Test of Submission 4:53
- 3 The Line Always Snaps 6:06
- 4 Running Towards the End 5:41
- 5 In the Spirit of Catastrophe 7:02
- 6 The Madness of Three 4:33
- 7 Like Chameleons 4:02
- 8 In Consequence 7:44
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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