Abominations
Schoolyard Heroes · 2007
45 min · 11 tracks · horror punk
A chaotic blend of horror punk energy and macabre themes, underscored by frenetic guitar riffs and theatrical vocals.
Top tracks — play these first
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Dude, Where's My Skin? — This opening track sets a frenzied tone with its catchy chorus and vivid imagery of body horror, encapsulating the album's overall aesthetic.
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Cemetery Girls — With a haunting melody juxtaposed against playful lyrics about love and death, this track exemplifies the band's unique blend of humor and darkness.
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Violence Is All the Rage — This song critiques societal desensitization to violence through sharp lyrics and aggressive instrumentals, making it a standout commentary within the album.
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Screaming 'Theater' in a Crowded Fire — Closing out the album, this track combines theatrical elements with a driving beat, showcasing the band's ability to create an immersive listening experience.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases inventive horror punk elements but may not have widespread recognition beyond its niche.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a high-energy track that features rapid guitar riffs and aggressive drumming, setting a frenetic pace.
- Several tracks incorporate theatrical vocal delivery, often alternating between spoken word and intense singing.
- Thematically, the lyrics explore macabre subjects, with titles like 'Cemetery Girls' and 'Violence Is All the Rage' reflecting horror motifs.
- The last two tracks slow down the tempo significantly, creating a contrast to the earlier intensity and allowing for a more atmospheric conclusion.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- 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
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
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Dude, Where's My Skin? 2:45
- 2 The Plastic Surgery Hall of Fame 3:21
- 3 Cemetery Girls 5:14
- 4 Violence Is All the Rage 3:10
- 5 Children of the Night 3:45
- 6 The Last Man on Earth 3:22
- 7 Razorblade Kisses 3:31
- 8 Sometimes They Come Back 4:37
- 9 Beautiful Woman Hunter 4:33
- 10 All the Pretty Corpses 5:15
- 11 Screaming "Theater" in a Crowded Fire 5:58
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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