The Thin Line Between
Neuraxis · 2008
47 min · 10 tracks · death metal
A relentless fusion of intricate riffs and guttural vocals that pushes the boundaries of death metal's sonic landscape.
Top tracks — play these first
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The Thin Line Between — The title track encapsulates the album's thematic exploration of conflict and duality through its dynamic shifts and intricate guitar work.
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Wicked — With its aggressive tempo and haunting melodies, this track exemplifies Neuraxis' ability to blend brutality with atmospheric elements effectively.
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Phoenix — Phoenix stands out for its melodic interludes that juxtapose the heavier sections, showcasing the band's versatility and growth in songwriting.
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, contributing to its solid standing in death metal.
What we noticed
- Guttural vocals are layered over intricate guitar riffs, creating a dense sound that often shifts between melodic passages and aggressive sections.
- Several tracks incorporate atmospheric interludes, such as the quieter moments in 'Dreaming the End', which provide contrast to the heavier segments.
- 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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6/10
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 Darkness Prevails 4:28
- 2 Wicked 5:00
- 3 Versus 4:34
- 4 Deviation Occurs 5:05
- 5 The Thin Line Between 8:32
- 6 Dreaming the End 4:22
- 7 Standing Despite 1:29
- 8 Oracle 3:52
- 9 Phoenix 5:12
- 10 The All and the Nothing 5:07
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