The Pulse of Awakening
Sybreed · 2009
63 min · 12 tracks · industrial metal
A relentless fusion of aggressive rhythms and atmospheric textures, merging industrial metal with cybernetic themes.
Top tracks — play these first
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Human Black Box — This track exemplifies Sybreed's signature sound, combining heavy guitar riffs with electronic elements while delving into themes of identity and consciousness.
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I Am Ultraviolence — With its driving beat and provocative lyrics, this track serves as a critique of societal violence and showcases the band's ability to blend aggression with thought-provoking commentary.
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Lucifer Effect — Exploring moral complexities through an engaging narrative structure, this track stands out for its dynamic shifts in tempo and instrumentation, reflecting the album's overarching themes.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album effectively blends aggressive metal with atmospheric textures, showcasing strong production and varied vocal styles.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album features tracks that consistently employ fast tempos and aggressive guitar riffs, while the second half introduces more atmospheric elements and slower rhythms.
- Several tracks utilize layered vocal styles, alternating between harsh growls and melodic singing, creating a dynamic contrast throughout the record.
- The album's production emphasizes a polished sound with heavy use of electronic elements, which enhances the industrial metal aesthetic.
- 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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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
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Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Nomenklatura 4:44
- 2 A.E.O.N. 5:02
- 3 Doomsday Party 4:20
- 4 Human Black Box 5:10
- 5 KillJoy 4:47
- 6 I Am Ultraviolence 3:55
- 7 Electronegative 4:37
- 8 In the Cold Light 3:14
- 9 Lucifer Effect 6:33
- 10 Love Like Blood 4:43
- 11 Meridian A.D. 6:11
- 12 From Zero to Nothing 9:52
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