War of Being
Tesseract · 2023
60 min · 9 tracks · progressive metal
A complex tapestry of progressive metal, blending soaring melodies with intricate rhythms and atmospheric soundscapes.
Top tracks — play these first
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Natural Disaster — The opening track sets the tone for the album with its dynamic shifts and emotional intensity, establishing a strong thematic foundation.
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War of Being — This title track features an expansive structure that encapsulates the album's exploration of conflict and existence, making it a pivotal centerpiece.
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Tender — With its contrasting softness amidst heavier instrumentation, this track highlights the band's range and emotional depth, showcasing vulnerability within their sound.
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 varied vocal styles, but its cohesion could be stronger.
What we noticed
- Vocals alternate between clean singing and harsh growls, creating a dynamic contrast throughout the record.
- Several tracks incorporate ambient interludes that serve as transitions, such as the atmospheric sections in 'Tender' and 'War of Being'.
- Composition 25% of the score
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8/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- 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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6/10
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
- gradual build to emotional climax
- intricate rhythms for deep focus
- labyrinthine soundscapes for exploration
- reflective moments of resilience
Maybe skip if you
- seeking quick, instant gratification
- prefer standalone, catchy tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on September 15, 2023, 'War of Being' is Tesseract's fourth studio album, following their acclaimed 'Sonder' from 2018. The band has continued to evolve their sound, integrating more ambient elements while maintaining their signature technical prowess. This album marks a significant phase in their career as they explore deeper themes and musical experimentation.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Periphery· Animals as Leaders· Between the Buried and Me
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Natural Disaster 6:06
- 2 Echoes 5:46
- 3 The Grey 6:07
- 4 Legion 6:00
- 5 Tender 4:37
- 6 War of Being 11:02
- 7 Sirens 4:57
- 8 Burden 6:34
- 9 Sacrifice 9:35
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