Top tracks — play these first
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If All Else Fails — Opening with striking guitar work, this track encapsulates the album's themes of resilience and self-reflection, setting an engaging tone for the journey ahead.
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High on the Hog — This track features a punchy rhythm and clever lyrics that critique societal norms, showcasing Big Wreck's knack for blending catchy melodies with meaningful commentary.
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Fear & Cowardice — With its haunting melodies and introspective lyrics, this song dives deep into personal struggles, highlighting the emotional depth that characterizes much of the album.
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Haunted — Closing the album, this track offers a sprawling soundscape and darkly poetic lyrics, leaving listeners with a powerful sense of contemplation as it brings together themes explored throughout.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases solid songwriting and varied arrangements but lacks a cohesive flow throughout its length.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album features high-energy tracks with driving guitar riffs, while the second half shifts to more introspective and slower tempos.
- Several tracks incorporate layered vocal harmonies that enhance the emotional weight of the lyrics.
- 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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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
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
- dynamic peaks and valleys
- introspective moments of reflection
- engaging storytelling through melodies
- for long drives
- cathartic releases throughout the journey
Maybe skip if you
- prefer instant gratification tracks
- avoid lengthy listening experiences
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on August 29, 2023, '7' marks Big Wreck's return after a lengthy hiatus since their previous album 'Grace Street' in 2017. This album represents a continued exploration of their hard rock roots while integrating fresh influences and contemporary themes. The band aims to reaffirm their place in the modern rock landscape with this latest effort.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Soundgarden· Alice in Chains· Stone Temple Pilots
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Fields
The chorus shifts between reflective nostalgia and assertive declaration, creating a powerful contrast that underscores the tension between past and present.
This lyrical structure emphasizes a journey through memories while asserting personal growth, showing how past experiences shape one's identity.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 If All Else Fails 5:30
- 2 Fields 4:19
- 3 High on the Hog 4:42
- 4 Bombs Away 5:32
- 5 Beano 6:01
Disc 2
- 1 Better Off 4:55
- 2 Rye Bread 5:30
- 3 Spit It Out 4:06
- 4 Fear & Cowardice 5:13
- 5 The House 5:28
Disc 3
- 1 Full Display 4:55
- 2 Fall Over 4:31
- 3 Melody & Sound 5:11
- 4 Hangers On 6:03
- 5 Haunted 7:35
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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