A Different Shade of Blue
Knocked Loose · 2019
38 min · 12 tracks · hardcore punk
Raging riffs and emotional intensity collide, creating a relentless soundscape that captures the raw essence of modern hardcore punk.
Top tracks — play these first
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Belleville — This opening track sets the tone for the album with its fast-paced aggression and introspective lyrics, immediately immersing listeners in the band's emotional landscape.
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Trapped in the Grasp of a Memory — This song features haunting melodies intertwined with fierce breakdowns, exemplifying the band's ability to balance heaviness with vulnerability.
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Mistakes Like Fractures — The track stands out for its lyrical exploration of regret and personal turmoil, capturing the album's overarching themes of struggle and self-reflection.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases strong songwriting and production, balancing aggression with moments of melody and atmosphere.
What we noticed
- Several tracks feature tempo shifts, alternating between intense sections and slower, more melodic interludes, creating dynamic contrasts.
- The final three tracks maintain a relentless pace but incorporate more atmospheric elements, allowing for brief moments of respite before concluding.
- 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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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. 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
- short bursts of intense energy
- cathartic release through aggression
- emotional turmoil in every track
- for late-night drives
Maybe skip if you
- prefer soothing, mellow sounds
- seek long, sprawling compositions
Where this album fits
- Career context
- A Different Shade of Blue is Knocked Loose's first full-length album after their EP, Pop Culture, which garnered significant attention in the hardcore scene. Released in 2019, this album marked a pivotal moment as they transitioned from regional success to national recognition, showcasing their distinctive blend of metalcore and hardcore elements.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Code Orange· Vein.fm· Gideon
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Trapped in the Grasp of a Memory
A poignant moment occurs when the lyrics shift from past reflections to present realizations, creating a sense of urgency and desperation.
This transition deepens the emotional impact by contrasting nostalgia with the weight of current struggles, enhancing the song's overall narrative.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Belleville 3:17
- 2 Trapped in the Grasp of a Memory 3:53
- 3 A Serpent’s Touch 3:03
- 4 By the Grave 3:06
- 5 In the Walls 3:02
- 6 Guided by the Moon 3:48
- 7 Mistakes Like Fractures 3:40
- 8 Forget Your Name 2:42
- 9 Road 23 2:21
- 10 …and Still I Wander South 3:42
- 11 Denied by Fate 2:24
- 12 Misguided Son 3:16
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