Turn to Stone
Pentagram · 2002
79 min · 17 tracks · heavy metal
Gritty riffs and haunting melodies intertwine, evoking a sense of dread and darkness characteristic of doom metal's raw power.
Top tracks — play these first
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All Your Sins — This track exemplifies Pentagram's signature blend of dark lyrical themes and brooding instrumentation, showcasing Bobby Liebling's haunting vocals.
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Burning Saviour — An epic centerpiece of the album, this song delivers powerful riffs and intricate solos that encapsulate the band's mastery of doom metal dynamics.
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Vampyre Love — This track stands out for its eerie atmosphere and narrative depth, marrying romantic imagery with sinister undertones typical of Pentagram’s style.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases solid songwriting and distinct doom metal elements, though its cohesion is affected by length.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album features a consistent tempo, with tracks like 'Petrified' and 'Wartime' maintaining a heavy, driving rhythm.
- Several songs incorporate extended instrumental sections that emphasize the gritty guitar riffs and haunting melodies characteristic of doom metal.
- The final three tracks slow down significantly, creating a more atmospheric and introspective conclusion to the album.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- 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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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- gritty riffs that evoke dread
- long tracks for deep immersion
- haunting melodies that linger
- dark themes with relentless energy
Maybe skip if you
- prefer upbeat, fast-paced songs
- seek lighthearted musical experiences
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2002, Turn to Stone marked a significant point in Pentagram's evolution as it was their first studio album after a lengthy hiatus since 1994's Review Your Choices. The band had reformed with a new lineup and sought to reestablish their presence in the heavy metal scene, making this album pivotal for both rejuvenating their sound and re-engaging with fans.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Black Sabbath· Candlemass· Saint Vitus
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Petrified 5:54
- 2 Wartime 5:22
- 3 All Your Sins 4:36
- 4 Frustration 3:35
- 5 Burning Saviour 9:06
- 6 Sinister 4:31
- 7 Bride of Evil 4:34
- 8 When the Screams Come 3:40
- 9 Relentless 3:47
- 10 Vampyre Love 3:41
- 11 Evil Seed 4:39
- 12 The Ghoul 5:12
- 13 Wolf’s Blood 4:26
- 14 Madman 4:12
- 15 20 Buck Spin 4:18
- 16 Death Row 4:11
- 17 Live Free and Burn 3:09
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