What makes The Last Sunset by Conception notable?

The Last Sunset is notable for its early contribution to the progressive metal genre, showcasing complex song structures and lyrical depth that influenced subsequent bands. The album received positive reviews, helping to solidify Conception's reputation within the European metal community and paving the way for their later works. Released in 1991, The Last Sunset was Conception's debut album, marking the band's entry into the progressive metal scene. At this point, they were establishing their identity following the formation of the band in 1989, having previously been part of various local metal acts in Norway.

How many songs are on The Last Sunset?

The Last Sunset has 10 tracks, running approximately 52 minutes.

The Last Sunset

Conception · 1991

52 min · 10 tracks · progressive metal

Progressive metal textures intertwine with intricate melodies and philosophical lyrics, creating a sonic landscape both expansive and introspective.

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War Of Hate — This track exemplifies the album's heavy yet melodic approach, demonstrating technical musicianship and a thematic exploration of conflict.
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Another World — Here, Conception combines atmospheric elements with driving riffs, highlighting their ability to create emotionally charged narratives through music.
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The Last Sunset — The title track encapsulates the album's essence, blending haunting melodies with profound lyrics about life and mortality, showcasing the band's artistic vision.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

53 /100

Foothills

Higher than 40% of albums we've rated

The album showcases intricate compositions and philosophical lyrics, establishing a solid foundation for the progressive metal genre.

What we noticed

Lyrical themes explore philosophical concepts, with each song presenting a distinct narrative or emotional arc.
Several tracks incorporate instrumental sections that showcase technical proficiency, such as the guitar solos in 'Building A Force' and 'Elegy'.
The final track, 'Among The Gods', serves as an expansive conclusion, blending melodic elements with heavier instrumentation.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 6/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 7/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 5/10

Influence 4/10

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 Prevision 1:14
2 Building A Force 4:35
3 War Of Hate 5:59
4 Bowed Down With Sorrow 6:31
5 Fairy's Dance 5:05
6 Another World 6:28
7 Elegy 1:55
8 The Last Sunset 4:40
9 Live To Survive 5:48
10 Among The Gods 10:41

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