The Obsidian Conspiracy
Nevermore · 2010
48 min · 11 tracks · heavy metal
Darkly melodic riffs intertwine with intricate rhythms, creating a haunting atmosphere that blends progressive and thrash metal elements.
Top tracks — play these first
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Your Poison Throne — This track exemplifies Nevermore's ability to fuse aggressive riffs with melodic hooks, featuring complex time signatures that showcase the band's technical prowess.
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The Obsidian Conspiracy — The title track encapsulates the thematic depth of the album, blending haunting melodies with powerful lyrics that reflect on existential struggles and societal issues.
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Moonrise (Through Mirrors of Death) — With its atmospheric intro and dynamic shifts between aggression and melody, this song highlights the band's signature storytelling approach within their music.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases intricate compositions and strong performances but lacks a fully cohesive flow.
What we noticed
- Several songs incorporate dual guitar harmonies that create a layered, melodic texture, particularly in the choruses.
- The album includes interludes with atmospheric soundscapes that contrast sharply with the heavier sections, enhancing its haunting quality.
- 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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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
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
- steady mid-tempo progression
- challenging melodic intricacies
- thought-provoking lyrical themes
- engaging in-order listening experience
- immersive riffs demanding attention
Maybe skip if you
- prefer instant gratification tracks
- avoid complex musical structures
Where this album fits
- Career context
- The Obsidian Conspiracy is Nevermore's sixth studio album, released in 2010 after a four-year hiatus following their previous album, This Godless Endeavor. During this period, the band faced lineup changes and personal challenges, making this record a significant return to form as they sought to redefine their sound while maintaining their established identity.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Iced Earth· Shadow Gallery· Fates Warning
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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The Blue Marble and the New Soul
A pivotal moment occurs when the lyrics shift from introspection to a broader commentary on humanity’s place in the universe.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The Termination Proclamation 3:08
- 2 Your Poison Throne 3:51
- 3 Moonrise (Through Mirrors of Death) 4:01
- 4 And the Maiden Spoke 4:59
- 5 Emptiness Unobstructed 4:37
- 6 The Blue Marble and the New Soul 4:37
- 7 Without Morals 4:17
- 8 The Day You Build the Wall 4:22
- 9 She Comes in Colors 5:31
- 10 The Obsidian Conspiracy 5:16
- 11 Temptation 3:25
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