A Shade Of My Former Self
The Charm The Fury · 2013
41 min · 12 tracks · metalcore
A whirlwind of aggressive riffs and soaring melodies that melds metalcore's intensity with emotional vulnerability.
Top tracks — play these first
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A Testament — This track encapsulates the album's blend of melodic hooks and heavy instrumentation, showcasing the band's signature sound while addressing themes of personal struggle.
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Colorblind — With its introspective lyrics and contrasting musical dynamics, this song stands out as a poignant exploration of self-identity and societal pressures.
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A Shade of My Former Self — The title track serves as a powerful centerpiece that reflects on past experiences and growth, featuring both intense breakdowns and melodic passages.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album combines aggressive riffs with melodic elements, establishing a solid but not presence in metalcore.
What we noticed
- The first three tracks feature rapid tempo changes, alternating between aggressive breakdowns and melodic choruses.
- Several songs incorporate dual vocal styles, with harsh screams juxtaposed against clean singing, enhancing emotional contrast.
- The album's final track is an instrumental outro that gradually fades out, creating a sense of closure after the preceding intensity.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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5/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
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.
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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The Enemy
The shift from a contemplative verse to an explosive chorus emphasizes a confrontation with inner demons rather than external foes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The Unveiling 1:56
- 2 A Testament 3:17
- 3 Carte Blanche 3:46
- 4 A Shade of My Former Self 4:22
- 5 The Enemy 4:12
- 6 Colorblind 3:12
- 7 In the Wake of Pride 1:42
- 8 Living Saints 3:22
- 9 Heartless, Breathless 3:40
- 10 Virtue of Leadership 3:42
- 11 A New State of Mind 4:03
- 12 Deliverance 4:16
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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