The Time of No Time Evermore cover

The Time of No Time Evermore

The Devil's Blood · 2009

54 min · 11 tracks · hard rock

Occult rock melodies intertwine with heavy riffs and haunting vocals, creating a mystical and immersive sonic experience.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Christ or Cocaine — This track encapsulates the band's thematic dichotomy by juxtaposing spiritual yearning with hedonistic impulses, showcasing their lyrical boldness and musical complexity.
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    House of Ten Thousand Voices — With its intricate guitar work and atmospheric buildup, this song exemplifies the band's ability to create an immersive soundscape that invites listeners into their world of mysticism.
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    The Anti Kosmik Magick — As the longest track on the album, it serves as a climactic exploration of the band's occult themes, highlighting their experimental nature and commitment to transcending conventional song structures.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

60 /100
Treeline
Higher than 66% of albums we've rated

The album blends heavy riffs with atmospheric melodies, showcasing strong craftsmanship and thematic depth.

What we noticed

  • The album opens with a lengthy track that establishes a slow, atmospheric build before transitioning into heavier riffs.
  • Vocals often feature layered harmonies, creating a haunting effect that complements the lyrical themes.
Composition 25% of the score
7/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
8/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
6/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
7/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
6/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 4/10

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.

Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

  • Evermore

    The lyrics shift from a declaration of eternal longing to a haunting reflection on mortality.

    This transition not only deepens the emotional weight but also illustrates the tension between desire and despair that permeates the album.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 The Time of No Time 2:18
  • 2 Evermore 3:09
  • 3 I’ll Be Your Ghost 4:12
  • 4 The Yonder Beckons 6:04
  • 5 House of Ten Thousand Voices 5:10
  • 6 Christ or Cocaine 5:12
  • 7 Queen of My Burning Heart 3:55
  • 8 Angel’s Prayer 4:31
  • 9 Feeding the Fire With Tears and Blood 5:10
  • 10 Rake Your Nails Across the Firmament 3:43
  • 11 The Anti Kosmik Magick 11:11

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