Tripsis
For the act of grinding massaging materials together, see Trituration.
| Tripsis | ||||
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| Studio album by Alchemist | ||||
| Released |
3 September 2007 (See release history) | |||
| Recorded | 2005 - 2007 at Backbeach Studios, Rye, Victoria[1] | |||
| Genre |
Progressive metal Avant-garde metal Extreme metal Death metal | |||
| Length | 42:57 | |||
| Label |
Chatterbox (Australia) Relapse (U.S.) | |||
| Alchemist chronology | ||||
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| Professional ratings | |
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| Review scores | |
| Source | Rating |
| Allmusic |    [2] |
| Metal Charge | (8.7/10)[3] |
| Pyromusic.net | (9.6/10)[4] |
Tripsis is the sixth and final full-length studio album by the Australian progressive metal band, Alchemist. Recorded in 2007, Adam Agius stated that the songwriting focused on a consistently heavy approach.[5] A promotional music video for the song "Wrapped in Guilt" is planned.[6] A music video for "Tongues and Knives" premiered on 8 October 2008.[7]
When asked on the meaning of the album, Agius remarked:
| “ | It has many meanings that's for sure. It depends on what dictionary you use, but its [sic] basically the action of a mortar and pestle, grinding massaging ingredients together, Its [sic] a good analogy of Alchemist music. | ” |
| —Hail Metal's interview with Adam Agius[8] | ||
Track listing
- "Wrapped in Guilt" − 4:34
- "Tongues and Knives" − 5:15
- "Nothing in No Time" − 5:50
- "Anticipation of a High" − 4:34
- "Grasp the Air" − 4:36
- "CommunicHate" − 4:26
- "Substance for Shadow" − 4:50
- "God Shaped Hole" − 5:05
- "Degenerative Breeding" − 3:47
Credits
- Adam Agius − vocals, guitar, keyboards
- Roy Torkington − guitar, artwork, layout and design
- John Bray − bass guitar
- Rodney Holder − drums, percussion
Release history
| Country | Release Date |
|---|---|
| Australia | 3 September 2007 |
| Canada | 2 October 2007 |
| United States | |
| Europe | 8 October 2007 |
| Worldwide |
References
- ↑ Alchemist - Latest information - News, shows, competitions
- ↑ Allmusic review
- ↑ Metal Charge review
- ↑ Pyromusic.net review
- ↑ Metal Bands - Alchemist ( Metal Underground . com )
- ↑ When It Reigns, It Fkn Hails! - Reviews | Interviews | Alchemist: Interview With Adam Agius
- ↑ "ALCHEMIST: 'Tongues And Knives' Video Posted Online". blabbermouth.net. 8 December 2008. Retrieved 2009-03-21.
- ↑ Hail Metal's interview with Adam Agius
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