What makes A Revolution Transmission by Stretch Arm Strong notable?

The album garnered significant attention for its lyrical sincerity and musical intensity, helping to define the sound of early 2000s hardcore punk. It received positive reviews from publications like Alternative Press and was influential in shaping the genre's trajectory during a time of rapid evolution. A Revolution Transmission is Stretch Arm Strong's third studio album, following their 1998 release, Rituals of Life. At this point in their career, they were solidifying their place within the hardcore punk scene, building on previous successes while experimenting with more melodic elements. This album marked a crucial moment as they sought to broaden their audience without sacrificing their raw energy.

How many songs are on A Revolution Transmission?

A Revolution Transmission has 13 tracks, running approximately 39 minutes.

A Revolution Transmission

Stretch Arm Strong · 2001

39 min · 13 tracks · hardcore punk

Aggressive riffs and heartfelt lyrics converge in a relentless hardcore punk onslaught that demands to be felt.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Means to an End — Opening the album with a frenetic energy, this track encapsulates the band’s ethos of urgency and purpose, setting the tone for what follows.
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Take Back. Control — This track's rallying cry against complacency showcases both lyrical depth and musicality, resonating strongly with themes of empowerment prevalent in hardcore punk.
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Kill the Light — The song combines aggressive instrumentation with introspective lyrics, highlighting the band's ability to balance personal struggle with broader societal commentary.
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Positive Aspects of Negativity — This track stands out for its paradoxical title and message, blending energetic riffs with a thoughtful critique of negativity's role in personal growth.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

51 /100

Foothills

Higher than 34% of albums we've rated

The album showcases strong songwriting and intensity typical of early 2000s hardcore punk, with notable energy shifts.

What we noticed

The first five tracks maintain a high-energy tempo with aggressive guitar riffs and driving drums, creating an intense opening.
Several tracks feature abrupt tempo shifts, such as 'When Words Escape,' which slows down significantly before building back up.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 6/10
Durability 25% of the score: 5/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 7/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 6/10

Influence 4/10

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.

Tracklist

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1 Means to an End 2:58
2 Worst Case Scenario 2:50
3 The Truth About Iowa 3:23
4 For the Record 2:05
5 Take Back. Control 2:56
6 When Words Escape 4:20
7 Kill the Light 3:32
8 Still Believe, Part II 2:14
9 Dreams Away 3:12
10 Positive Aspects of Negativity 2:57
11 Transmission Demolition 1:48
12 Parasite Complex 3:32
13 Angels of the Silences 3:12

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Rituals of Life

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