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The Unseen Empire

Scar Symmetry · 2011

43 min · 9 tracks · melodic death metal

Melodic death metal intricacies fuse with sci-fi narratives and aggressive rhythms, creating a compelling sonic journey.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic emotional journeys
  • long, immersive listening sessions
  • gradual builds and payoffs
  • atmospheric background focus

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in early 2011, 'The Unseen Empire' was Scar Symmetry's fifth studio album, following their 2008 effort 'Holographic Universe'. At this point, the band was solidifying their sound after lineup changes that brought in new vocal dynamics and musical direction, showcasing their resilience and evolution within the melodic death metal genre.
Stylistic neighbors
Soilwork· Dark Tranquillity· In Flames

Tracklist

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

  • 1 The Anomaly 3:50
  • 2 Illuminoid Dream Sequence 5:00
  • 3 Extinction Mantra 5:31
  • 4 Seers of the Eschaton 5:51
  • 5 Domination Agenda 4:00
  • 6 Astronomicon 4:03
  • 7 Rise of the Reptilian Regime 4:24
  • 8 The Draconian Arrival 5:25
  • 9 Alpha and Omega 5:01

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