The Eternal Reign
Born of Osiris · 2017
23 min · 9 tracks · metalcore
Aggressive riffs and intricate rhythms intertwine, showcasing a relentless energy that defines Born of Osiris's signature sound.
Top tracks — play these first
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Empires Erased — This track features a powerful combination of melodic hooks and aggressive breakdowns, encapsulating the band's ability to balance heaviness with catchiness.
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Brace Legs — With its dynamic shifts and complex time signatures, this song showcases the band's technical prowess and serves as a standout example of their djent influences.
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Glorious Day — The closing track delivers an emotional punch through its introspective lyrics and soaring melodies, providing a reflective end to the album's intense journey.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The EP showcases technical musicianship with dynamic shifts but lacks the depth for extensive replay value.
What we noticed
- Several tracks incorporate breakdowns that shift abruptly from melodic sections to aggressive riffs, emphasizing the contrast in dynamics.
- The EP closes with a track that features a slower tempo and atmospheric elements, providing a stark contrast to the preceding aggression.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- 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
Little footprint beyond its audience. 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
- short bursts of chaotic energy
- intense focus for high impact
- for workout motivation
- aggressive soundscapes for release
Maybe skip if you
- prefer lengthy immersive experiences
- seek melodic calmness and ease
Where this album fits
- Career context
- The Eternal Reign is Born of Osiris's fourth studio album, marking their first release since 2015's Soul Sphere. By this point, the band had solidified their presence in the metalcore and deathcore scenes, continuing to evolve their sound while maintaining a loyal fanbase.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Veil of Maya· After the Burial· August Burns Red
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Rosecrance 2:11
- 2 Empires Erased 3:25
- 3 Open Arms to Damnation 2:38
- 4 Abstract Art 3:15
- 5 The New Reign 2:20
- 6 Brace Legs 2:28
- 7 Bow Down 2:01
- 8 The Takeover 3:03
- 9 Glorious Day 2:29
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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