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Un automne en solitude

Vision Eternel · 2008

11 min · 5 tracks · post-rock

A haunting blend of ethereal soundscapes and ambient textures intertwine to evoke deep introspection and solitude.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Season In Desperation Start here — Opening with a delicate interplay of layered drones and subtle rhythms, this track sets the tone for the entire album's exploration of desolation and longing.
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    Season In Absence — This piece heightens the emotional impact through its gradual build-up of sound, capturing a sense of yearning and loss that resonates throughout the album.
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    Season In Neglection — The extended duration allows for an expansive exploration of sonic textures, making it a standout representation of the album’s thematic and musical depth.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

Instrumental
63 /100
Treeline
Higher than 74% of albums we've rated

The EP showcases immersive soundscapes and thematic continuity, marking a strong evolution in Vision Eternel's sound.

What we noticed

  • Each track features layered instrumentation that builds gradually, creating a dense atmospheric soundscape.
  • The EP maintains a consistent tempo throughout, with no abrupt changes in dynamics, enhancing the feeling of introspection.
  • Melodic motifs are introduced in the first track and reappear in varied forms across subsequent tracks, providing thematic continuity.
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
8/10

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.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • short reflective listening experience
  • evocative soundscapes for introspection
  • haunting melodies that linger
  • front-loaded emotional intensity

Maybe skip if you

  • prefer upbeat, energetic tracks
  • seek longer album explorations

Where this album fits

In the catalog
Breakthrough — Significant shift to immersive sound, establishing wider recognition in dark ambient genre.
Themes
autumnal solitude· vast emptiness· emotional neglect
Career context
Un automne en solitude marked Vision Eternel's sophomore album, following their 2006 debut, which established them within the dark ambient scene. By 2008, they had honed their atmospheric style, reflecting a matured artistry that delved deeper into themes of isolation and reflection.

Tracklist

  • 1 Season In Desperation Start here 2:06
  • 2 Season In Yonder 1:36
  • 3 Season In Lust 1:40
  • 4 Season In Absence 2:13
  • 5 Season In Neglection 3:47

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