The Great Execution
Krisiun · 2013
61 min · 10 tracks · death metal
Relentless and aggressive, this album unleashes a sonic barrage of intricate riffs and guttural vocals steeped in death metal ferocity.
Top tracks — play these first
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Blood of Lions — This track exemplifies Krisiun's brutal sound with rapid-fire drumming and intricate guitar work, serving as a standout highlight of aggression and technical skill.
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The Great Execution — The title track encapsulates the album's themes through intense rhythms and powerful lyrics, making it a central piece that reflects the band's vision.
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The Sword of Orion — With its epic length and dynamic shifts, this song showcases the band's ability to blend melody with heaviness, representing their evolution as artists.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases strong technical execution and aggressive songwriting typical of death metal but lacks broader impact.
What we noticed
- The album features rapid tempo changes, with tracks alternating between blast beats and slower, more deliberate sections.
- Several tracks incorporate abrupt transitions, creating a disorienting effect that enhances the aggressive tone of the music.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
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
- ferocious energy for workouts
- back-loaded intensity with payoff
- dark themes for focused sessions
- intricate riffs demand attention
Maybe skip if you
- seeking lighthearted melodies
- prefer short, standalone tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By the time of its release, Krisiun was solidifying their reputation within the death metal scene, following their acclaimed album ‘The Age of Hell’ from 2011. This record showcased their technical prowess and unyielding intensity as they continued to push the boundaries of extreme metal. ‘The Great Execution’ marked a significant point in their career as they began to explore more complex arrangements and lyrical themes.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Immolation· Nile· Decapitated
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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The Extremist
A pivotal moment occurs when the lyrics directly confront societal norms and expectations through a vivid narrative that challenges conformity.
This direct confrontation creates a striking contrast with the surrounding chaos of the instrumentation, emphasizing a deeper message amidst relentless aggression.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The Will to Potency 6:23
- 2 Blood of Lions 5:06
- 3 The Great Execution 5:18
- 4 Descending Abomination 5:45
- 5 The Extremist 5:57
- 6 The Sword of Orion 7:59
- 7 Violentia Gladiatore 5:37
- 8 Rise and Confront 5:13
- 9 Extinção em massa 6:01
- 10 Shadows of Betrayal 8:38
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