A Discord Electric
Raunchy · 2010
64 min · 12 tracks · alternative metal
A chaotic fusion of industrial rhythms and melodic death metal, creating an electrifying soundscape that demands movement.
Top tracks — play these first
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Dim the Lights and Run — This opening track sets an intense tone with its driving rhythms and layered vocals, encapsulating the album's electrifying energy right from the start.
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Shake Your Grave — With its catchy hooks and aggressive instrumentation, this track exemplifies the band’s ability to balance melody with heaviness, making it a standout moment on the album.
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Gunslingers & Tombstones — The closing track features intricate guitar work and dynamic shifts that highlight Raunchy’s technical prowess while providing a dramatic conclusion to the album's narrative.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
A Discord Electric showcases a strong blend of genres but has moments where cohesion falters.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a high-energy track that sets a fast pace, which is maintained through the first half before slowing down in the latter part.
- Several tracks feature abrupt transitions between melodic sections and aggressive riffs, creating a sense of chaos.
- The use of electronic elements is prominent, with synths layered over heavy guitar work, particularly in tracks like 'Shake Your Grave' and 'Tiger Crown'.
- Vocals alternate between clean singing and harsh growls, often within the same song, enhancing the dynamic range.
- 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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7/10
- 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
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- chaotic energy that demands movement
- intense soundscapes for late nights
- explosive bursts of raw emotion
- driving rhythms for workout sessions
Maybe skip if you
- prefer calm and soothing sounds
- want straightforward, melodic structures
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on January 1, 2010, A Discord Electric is Raunchy's fourth studio album, following their 2006 effort, Wasteland Discotheque. This album marks a significant evolution in their sound as they blend genres more seamlessly, showcasing their growth within the alternative metal scene.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Fear Factory· Soilwork· Strapping Young Lad
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Blueprints for Lost Sounds
A verse where the imagery shifts from chaos to introspection, juxtaposing dark themes with moments of clarity.
This contrast not only enhances the emotional weight of the song but also showcases the band's lyrical depth amidst their aggressive sound.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Dim the Lights and Run 5:24
- 2 Rumors of Worship 5:15
- 3 Nght Prty 4:58
- 4 Street Emperor 5:32
- 5 Blueprints for Lost Sounds 5:44
- 6 Shake Your Grave 5:22
- 7 Tiger Crown 5:55
- 8 Big Truth 4:00
- 9 The Great Depression 4:43
- 10 The Yeah Thing 5:21
- 11 Ire Vampire 5:18
- 12 Gunslingers & Tombstones 7:13
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