What Doesn't Kill Me...
Ektomorf · 2009
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
Ektomorf blends aggressive grooves with folk influences, creating a distinctive sound within the groove metal genre.
What we noticed
- The album features aggressive guitar riffs that dominate the sound, often accompanied by rapid drumming and intense vocal delivery.
- Several tracks incorporate Hungarian folk melodies into the metal framework, creating a distinctive blend that sets them apart from typical groove metal.
- The title track is positioned third in the sequence, serving as a pivotal moment that encapsulates the album's themes of resilience.
- Most songs maintain a consistent tempo, with only a few moments of slower pacing to emphasize lyrical content.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- 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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Tracklist
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