The Silhouette
Ava Inferi · 2007
50 min · 9 tracks · gothic metal
Ethereal melodies entwine with haunting vocals and intricate instrumentation, creating a rich soundscape steeped in gothic atmospheres.
Top tracks — play these first
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A Dança das Ondas — This opening track sets the tone for the album with its lush instrumentation and haunting vocals, demonstrating the band's signature blend of beauty and darkness.
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Grin of Winter — This track exemplifies the thematic depth of the album, combining melancholic lyrics with a powerful instrumental arrangement that captures the essence of gothic metal.
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Wonders of Dusk — With its captivating melodies and atmospheric build-up, this song highlights Ava Inferi's ability to create an immersive listening experience that lingers long after it ends.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends melodic and heavy elements effectively, showcasing strong craftsmanship and a distinctive gothic sound.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a slow, atmospheric track that gradually builds in intensity, leading into more rhythmically complex pieces.
- Vocals alternate between ethereal singing and deeper growls, creating a contrast that enhances the emotional weight of the lyrics.
- Several tracks feature intricate guitar work layered over symphonic elements, contributing to a rich and immersive soundscape.
- 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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8/10
- 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
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 A Dança das Ondas 5:23
- 2 Viola 8:02
- 3 The Abandoned 5:33
- 4 Oathbound 1:55
- 5 The Dual Keys 7:14
- 6 Wonders of Dusk 4:59
- 7 La stanza nera 5:42
- 8 Grin of Winter 4:58
- 9 Pulse of the Earth 6:36
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