V
Karma to Burn · 2011
37 min · 8 tracks · stoner rock
A relentless blend of stoner rock riffs and instrumental intensity, creating a hypnotic sonic journey without vocals.
Top tracks — play these first
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Forty Seven — Opening with a powerful riff that sets the tone for the album, this track encapsulates the band's signature sound of heavy instrumentation and driving rhythms.
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Fifty — This track features dynamic shifts in tempo and intensity, showcasing the band's ability to create tension and release through intricate musical interplay.
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Never Say Die — The closing track offers a climactic finish with its explosive energy, leaving listeners with a lasting impression of the band’s raw power and creativity.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
InstrumentalThe album showcases strong instrumental riffs and maintains a cohesive flow, appealing to fans of stoner rock.
What we noticed
- Each track is built around a central riff that evolves through variations, creating a hypnotic effect.
- The album features a consistent tempo across most tracks, with only subtle shifts in dynamics to maintain interest.
- 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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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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8/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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
- hypnotic instrumental soundscapes
- repetitive riffs that build intensity
- short bursts of driving energy
- focused listening without distractions
Maybe skip if you
- prefer songs with vocals
- seek immediate melodic gratification
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2011, V marked Karma to Burn's return after a seven-year hiatus following their previous album, Almost Heathen. The band re-entered the scene with renewed energy, showcasing their signature instrumental style while further solidifying their place in the stoner rock genre.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Forty Seven 4:49
- 2 Fifty 4:48
- 3 Forty Eight 5:46
- 4 The Cynics 4:29
- 5 Forty Nine 4:54
- 6 Fifty One 4:39
- 7 Jimmy D 4:25
- 8 Never Say Die 3:54
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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