What makes The Migration by Scale the Summit notable?

The Migration received positive reviews from critics, highlighting its musicality and composition. It debuted at number 27 on the Billboard Heatseekers chart, marking a significant achievement for the band as they continued to carve out a niche within the progressive rock genre. Released on June 11, 2013, The Migration is Scale the Summit's fourth studio album, following their critically acclaimed album, The Collective. At this point in their career, the band had solidified their presence in the progressive metal scene and sought to expand their sound further by incorporating more diverse influences and complex arrangements.

How many songs are on The Migration?

The Migration has 10 tracks, running approximately 42 minutes.

The Migration

Scale the Summit · 2013

42 min · 10 tracks · progressive metal

Intricate guitar melodies weave through atmospheric passages, creating a sprawling sonic landscape that invites deep exploration.

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Odyssey — The opening track sets the tone for the album with its sweeping melodic lines and intricate guitar work, showcasing the band's technical prowess.
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Atlas Novus — This track features contrasting sections that blend melodic intricacy with heavier riffs, exemplifying the band's ability to fuse different musical elements seamlessly.
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The Dark Horse — With its dynamic shifts and emotive guitar solos, this song encapsulates the album's thematic journey and highlights the band's growth as composers.
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Willow — This brief interlude serves as a tranquil moment within the album, offering a reflective pause before diving back into more complex compositions.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

65 /100

Treeline

Higher than 88% of albums we've rated

The album showcases intricate compositions and strong thematic elements, making it distinctive within its genre.

What we noticed

The album features extended instrumental passages where guitar harmonies intertwine with ambient synths, creating a layered soundscape.
Several tracks utilize recurring motifs that evolve throughout the song, providing thematic continuity across the album.

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: 8/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 7/10

Influence 2/10

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.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

1 Odyssey 5:12
2 Atlas Novus 5:07
3 The Olive Tree 5:07
4 Narrow Salient 3:34
5 Oracle 5:30
6 Evergreen 1:41
7 The Dark Horse 4:12
8 Willow 5:06
9 Sabrosa 0:31
10 The Traveler 6:04

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