What makes That Within Blood Ill-Tempered by Shai Hulud notable?

This album is notable for its critical acclaim within underground metal communities and helped define the progressive metalcore landscape of the early 2000s. It received praise from various publications for its complex compositions and lyrical depth, which influenced a generation of bands seeking to blend heavy music with introspective themes. Upon its release in 2003, That Within Blood Ill-Tempered marked Shai Hulud's third full-length album, following their acclaimed 1997 debut, Hearts Once Nourished with Hope and Compassion. At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their reputation within the metalcore scene, balancing technical prowess with deeply personal themes.

How many songs are on That Within Blood Ill-Tempered?

That Within Blood Ill-Tempered has 10 tracks, running approximately 38 minutes.

That Within Blood Ill-Tempered

Shai Hulud · 2003

38 min · 10 tracks · progressive metal

A furious blend of intricate riffs and emotive lyrics that challenges both the mind and spirit.

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Let Us at Last Praise the Colonizers of Dreams — This track epitomizes the album's thematic exploration of ambition and disillusionment through relentless guitar work and impassioned vocals.
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Given Flight by Demons’ Wings — The song showcases a dynamic shift between aggressive instrumentation and haunting melodies, encapsulating the emotional dichotomy present throughout the album.
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Ending the Perpetual Tragedy — As the closing track, it serves as an epic culmination of the album's themes, blending intricate structures with a reflective narrative that leaves a lasting impact.

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Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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60 /100

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Higher than 66% of albums we've rated

The album showcases intricate compositions and dynamic vocal styles, marking it as a significant entry in progressive metalcore.

What we noticed

Vocals alternate between harsh screams and clean singing, often within the same line, creating a dynamic contrast throughout the record.
Several tracks incorporate intricate guitar harmonies that weave in and out of the rhythm section, enhancing the overall complexity of the sound.

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

Influence 6/10

Significant within its genre. 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 Scornful of the Motives and Virtue of Others 3:36
2 Let Us at Last Praise the Colonizers of Dreams 3:06
3 The Consummate Dragon 2:59
4 Willing Oneself to Forget What Cannot Otherwise Be Forgiven 3:24
5 Two and Twenty Misfortunes 4:11
6 Being Exemplary 3:37
7 Given Flight by Demons’ Wings 3:02
8 Whether to Cry or Destroy 3:23
9 This Song: For the True and Passionate Lovers of Music 3:39
10 Ending the Perpetual Tragedy 7:51

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Hearts Once Nourished with Hope and Compassion

1997

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