The Blotched and the Unwanted
Gnaw Their Tongues · 2010
68 min · 9 tracks · noise music
A cacophonous blend of unsettling noise and oppressive atmospheres that challenge the listener's comfort and endurance.
Top tracks — play these first
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Rape in Early Spring — This lengthy track encapsulates the album's thematic core, juxtaposing serene passages against intense sonic assaults that challenge listeners' perceptions of beauty and horror.
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Scatological Meditation — At 20 minutes long, this track exemplifies the patient build-up characteristic of Gnaw Their Tongues, using gradual layering to create an overwhelming sense of dread.
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An Erotic Beheading — This track stands out for its stark contrast between melodic elements and brutal noise, highlighting the project's ability to blend disparate sounds into a cohesive narrative.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album's chaotic structure and unique sound make it a notable entry in noise music, though its appeal may be limited.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a dense wall of sound that gradually introduces layers of distortion and feedback, creating an oppressive atmosphere.
- Tracks often feature abrupt transitions, with sudden shifts in dynamics that disrupt any sense of predictability.
- Several pieces incorporate field recordings and spoken word elements, adding to the unsettling nature of the soundscape.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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8/10
- 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
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- wave-like pacing with climaxes
- visceral emotional exploration
- dark soundscapes
- intense headphone detail hunting
Maybe skip if you
- prefer light-hearted music
- seek instant gratification
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By 2010, Gnaw Their Tongues had established themselves as a prominent force in the noise music scene with this release serving as their third full-length album. Following the critically acclaimed 'Deathposture' and 'All the Dread Magnificence of Perversity', this album further solidified the project’s distinct aesthetic of blending harsh soundscapes with dark themes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Tomb 2:44
- 2 Massgrave Hymn 5:34
- 3 An Erotic Beheading 5:11
- 4 Rape in Early Spring 13:26
- 5 Bloedkorst 3:48
- 6 [untitled] 3:52
- 7 Lightless 8:54
- 8 Scatological Meditation 20:27
- 9 Prayer for the Bloodred Rain 4:07
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