Released 20 years ago
Uudet kymmenen käskyä
Stam1na · 2006
48 min · 11 tracks · progressive metal
A relentless fusion of progressive and thrash metal, layered with intricate melodies and aggressive rhythms that challenge conventional song structures.
Top tracks — play these first
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Uudet kymmenen käskyä — The title track serves as a powerful manifesto, setting the tone for the album with its intricate guitars and lyrical exploration of moral dilemmas.
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Viisi laukausta päähän — This track stands out with its frenetic energy and sharp social commentary, encapsulating the band's ability to blend aggression with intellectual depth.
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Kaksi reittiä, yksi suunta — Closing the album, this song features an epic structure and emotional weight, reflecting on personal journeys while maintaining a dynamic musical landscape.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases intricate compositions and strong production, making it a notable entry in progressive metal.
What we noticed
- Many songs incorporate layered guitar harmonies that create a dense soundscape, often featuring dual guitar leads.
- The lyrics are delivered in a rapid-fire vocal style, contributing to the overall intensity of the music.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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
- steady, consistent energy levels
- long, immersive listening sessions
- dynamic emotional journeys
- thoughtful lyrical contemplation
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2006, Uudet kymmenen käskyä was Stam1na's third studio album, following their self-titled debut and the critically acclaimed sophomore effort, 'Sviiteri'. By this point, the band had solidified their presence in the Finnish metal scene, showcasing their distinctive sound that melds complex arrangements with socially conscious lyrics.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Uudet kymmenen käskyä 4:42
- 2 Merestä maalle 4:01
- 3 Edessäni 4:11
- 4 Viisi laukausta päähän 3:53
- 5 Vapaa maa 4:43
- 6 Lapsus 3:48
- 7 Paperinukke 4:02
- 8 Suhdeluku 3:42
- 9 Likainen parketti 4:48
- 10 Ovi 4:43
- 11 Kaksi reittiä, yksi suunta 5:23
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