What makes Time to Die by Electric Wizard notable?

The album received positive reviews from critics, notably making it onto several year-end lists for its unique blend of stoner and doom metal. Its provocative title track sparked discussions on themes of mortality and despair, further establishing Electric Wizard as influential figures within the underground metal scene. Time to Die is Electric Wizard's sixth studio album, following the critically acclaimed Black Masses from 2010. At this point, the band was solidifying their legacy in the doom metal genre while exploring darker themes and heavier sounds, reflecting their evolution since their formation in 1993.

Who is Time to Die for?

Time to Die works well if you're into heavy, immersive sonic landscapes, cathartic release of tension and slow-building, hypnotic rhythms.

How many songs are on Time to Die?

Time to Die has 9 tracks, running approximately 65 minutes.

Time to Die

Electric Wizard · 2014

65 min · 9 tracks · doom metal

A heavy, murky soundscape envelops listeners in a haze of crushing riffs and haunting vocals.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Incense for the Damned — This opening track sets a foreboding tone with its sprawling length and immersive instrumentation, encapsulating the album's overall atmosphere.
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Time to Die — The title track confronts existential dread head-on with grim lyrics and relentless guitar work, making it a standout representation of the band's signature sound.
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We Love the Dead — This track combines morbid themes with hypnotic rhythms, showcasing Electric Wizard's ability to fuse melody with heaviness effectively.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

57 /100

Foothills

Higher than 48% of albums we've rated

The album's heavy riffs and dark themes create a cohesive and immersive experience, characteristic of its genre.

What we noticed

The album features a consistent tempo that rarely exceeds a slow pace, creating an oppressive atmosphere throughout.
Riffs are heavily distorted and layered, often repeating motifs that contribute to the hypnotic quality of the sound.
Vocals are delivered in a haunting style, frequently buried in the mix, which enhances the overall murkiness of the production.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
Craft 20% of the score: 7/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 7/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 8/10

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.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

heavy, immersive sonic landscapes
cathartic release of tension
slow-building, hypnotic rhythms
dark themes and haunting vocals

Maybe skip if you

prefer upbeat, fast-paced music
seek concise, radio-friendly tracks

Where this album fits

Career context: Time to Die is Electric Wizard's sixth studio album, following the critically acclaimed Black Masses from 2010. At this point, the band was solidifying their legacy in the doom metal genre while exploring darker themes and heavier sounds, reflecting their evolution since their formation in 1993.
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