The Perfect Machine
Vision Divine · 2005
68 min · 13 tracks · power metal
Epic symphonic arrangements intertwine with intricate guitar riffs and soaring vocals, encapsulating the grandeur of power metal.
Top tracks — play these first
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The Perfect Machine — The title track exemplifies the album's grandiose sound with its complex structure and thought-provoking lyrics about humanity's relationship with technology.
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God Is Dead — This track stands out for its provocative themes and heavy instrumentation, reflecting a shift towards darker lyrical content while maintaining melodic elements.
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Rising Sun — With its uplifting chorus and powerful solos, this song captures the essence of hope amidst struggle, showcasing the band's signature blend of melody and technical prowess.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases ambitious compositions and a blend of orchestral and metal elements, appealing to power metal fans.
What we noticed
- The album features complex song structures with multiple sections, often shifting between fast-paced riffs and slower, melodic passages.
- Vocals are layered with harmonies that complement the intricate guitar work, creating a rich soundscape throughout the tracks.
- Several tracks incorporate orchestral elements, enhancing the epic feel and thematic depth 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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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.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The Perfect Machine 7:58
- 2 1st Day of a Never-Ending Day 6:14
- 3 The Ancestors’ Blood 5:54
- 4 Land of Fear 4:25
- 5 God Is Dead 5:22
- 6 Rising Sun 5:23
- 7 Here in 6048 6:32
- 8 The River 4:29
- 9 Now That You’ve Gone 5:59
- 10 The Needle Lies 3:00
- 11 New Eden (2005 version) 3:50
- 12 Send Me an Angel (2005 version) 4:13
- 13 Pain (2005 version) 4:58
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