V
Saint Vitus · 1990
36 min · 8 tracks · doom metal
A relentless barrage of heavy riffs and atmospheric despair intertwines with haunting vocals, defining the essence of doom metal.
Top tracks — play these first
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I Bleed Black — This track embodies the bleakness of the album with its slow, crushing riffs and somber lyrics that delve into feelings of despair and isolation.
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Jack Frost — The compelling storytelling in this track showcases the band's ability to weave narrative depth into their heavy sound, making it a standout moment on the album.
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When Emotion Dies — Short yet impactful, this track encapsulates the essence of despair and emotional turmoil, serving as a powerful interlude amidst longer pieces.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album's heavy riffs and atmospheric vocals create a strong identity within the doom metal genre.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a heavy, distorted guitar riff that sets a dark tone, which is maintained throughout the first half.
- Each track features a consistent tempo, primarily mid to slow, reinforcing the oppressive atmosphere characteristic of doom metal.
- Vocals are layered with reverb and often harmonize with the guitar lines, creating a haunting effect that complements the lyrical themes of despair.
- 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
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- short, impactful listening sessions
- dark, introspective moods
- gradual builds and payoffs
- emotional depth and resonance
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By the time 'V' was released in 1990, Saint Vitus was firmly established as a significant force in the doom metal scene, following their previous album 'Born Too Late' from 1986. This album represented a continuation of their exploration into darker themes and heavier sounds, solidifying their unique style within the genre.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Candlemass· Electric Wizard· My Dying Bride
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Living Backwards 2:31
- 2 I Bleed Black 5:14
- 3 When Emotion Dies 2:10
- 4 Patra (Petra) 7:33
- 5 Ice Monkey 4:01
- 6 Jack Frost 7:25
- 7 Angry Man 4:29
- 8 Mind-Food 3:12
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