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Until the End

Eleine · 2018

48 min · 12 tracks · symphonic metal

A haunting blend of symphonic arrangements and melodic vocals intertwined with heavy guitar riffs creates a rich, atmospheric soundscape.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Sanity — This track features powerful contrasts between heavy instrumentation and ethereal vocals, encapsulating the band's signature sound. Its emotional depth resonates well with listeners, making it a standout single.
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    Echoes — With its dynamic shifts and lush arrangements, 'Echoes' highlights Eleine's ability to fuse classical elements with modern metal. The orchestration here enhances the storytelling aspect of the song.
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    Until the End — 'Until the End' serves as a thematic centerpiece of the album, merging poignant lyrics with an anthemic chorus that showcases both vocal prowess and instrumental skill. It embodies the overall emotional journey of the record.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

50 /100
Foothills
Higher than 23% of albums we've rated

The album showcases strong vocal melodies and orchestral arrangements but lacks overall cohesion in its runtime.

What we noticed

  • The first six tracks maintain a consistent mid-tempo pace, with orchestral elements layered over heavy guitar riffs.
  • Several tracks feature orchestral interludes that serve as transitions, enhancing the atmospheric quality of the record.
Composition 25% of the score
7/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
6/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
6/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
6/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
5/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 2/10

Little footprint beyond its audience. 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

  • immersive orchestral soundscapes
  • cathartic emotional climaxes
  • dramatic pacing with intensity
  • haunting vocals for deep reflection

Maybe skip if you

  • prefer upbeat, fast tempos
  • seek standalone, radio-friendly tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on February 23, 2018, 'Until the End' is Eleine's second studio album, following their self-titled debut in 2016. At this point in their career, they were establishing themselves within the symphonic metal genre, building on the foundation laid by their previous work.
Stylistic neighbors
Nightwish· Within Temptation· Epica

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Story Untold 5:05
  • 2 Echoes 4:06
  • 3 Sanity 3:59
  • 4 From the Grave 4:13
  • 5 Whisper My Child 3:54
  • 6 Until the End 4:51
  • 7 Please 4:02
  • 8 Another Rite 4:05
  • 9 Hell Moon (We Shall Never Die) 4:31
  • 10 Prelude: Arise 0:41
  • 11 Break (take live) 3:58
  • 12 Story Untold (Symphonic version) 5:01

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