A War You Cannot Win cover

A War You Cannot Win

All That Remains · 2012

39 min · 12 tracks · metalcore

A blend of melodic metalcore and introspective lyrics, balancing aggression with vulnerability.

Why this album works

'A War You Cannot Win' received positive reviews for its lyrical depth and musical complexity, debuting at No. 20 on the Billboard 200 chart. The album's themes resonated with fans, reflecting personal struggles and societal issues, which contributed to its lasting impact within the metalcore genre.
Best for
steady mid-tempo engagement introspective themes of struggle moments of melodic release
Context
By the time 'A War You Cannot Win' was released in November 2012, All That Remains had established themselves as a significant force in the metalcore scene, following their breakthrough album 'The Fall of Ideals' in 2006. This album marked a continuation of their exploration into emotional themes while maintaining their heavy sound, coming after the more experimental 'For We Are Many' from 2010.
Stylistic neighbors
Carajo· I Set My Friends On Fire· Jinjer

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Down Through the Ages 3:31
  • 2 You Can't Fill My Shadow 3:33
  • 3 Stand Up Standout 4:00
  • 4 A Call to All Non-Believers Standout 2:44
  • 5 Asking Too Much 3:28
  • 6 Intro 0:21
  • 7 Just Moments in Time 3:27
  • 8 What If I Was Nothing Standout 4:36
  • 9 Sing for Liberty 3:41
  • 10 Not Fading 3:34
  • 11 Calculating Loneliness 2:39
  • 12 A War You Cannot Win 3:45

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