Released 10 years ago
Act V: Hymns with the Devil in Confessional
The Dear Hunter · 2016
73 min · 15 tracks · indie rock
A sweeping blend of orchestral arrangements and intricate melodies, merging rock with theatrical storytelling.
Top tracks — play these first
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The Moon / Awake — This track features a dynamic interplay between soft, contemplative verses and a powerful anthemic chorus, embodying the album's dual themes of introspection and awakening.
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Mr. Usher (on His Way to Town) — With its rich orchestration and dramatic flair, this song serves as a pivotal character study that aligns perfectly with the theatrical elements present throughout the album.
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Gloria — This track stands out for its haunting melody and lyrical depth, encapsulating the emotional weight of the narrative while showcasing the band's intricate arrangement style.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends orchestral rock with narrative depth, showcasing strong craft and distinctiveness.
What we noticed
- Several tracks incorporate theatrical elements, such as spoken word segments and dramatic shifts in dynamics, enhancing the storytelling aspect.
- The first half of the album maintains a consistent tempo, while the latter half introduces more varied pacing and emotional intensity.
- 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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8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
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.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- theatrical crescendos with resolution
- wave-like pacing for deep immersion
- existential themes for reflective moments
- dynamic shifts in emotional intensity
Maybe skip if you
- prefer instant gratification tracks
- seek standalone, catchy singles
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on September 9, 2016, 'Act V: Hymns with the Devil in Confessional' is The Dear Hunter's fifth full-length album and marks a continuation of their ambitious narrative arc. This album follows their acclaimed 'Act IV: Rebirth in Reprise,' showcasing the band's evolution into more complex musical territories while deepening their lyrical explorations of human experience and morality.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Circa Survive· Coheed and Cambria· The Mars Volta
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Regress 1:22
- 2 The Moon / Awake 6:09
- 3 Cascade 5:12
- 4 The Most Cursed of Hands / Who Am I 6:43
- 5 The Revival 5:01
- 6 Melpomene 4:15
- 7 Mr. Usher (on His Way to Town) 4:59
- 8 The Haves Have Naught 4:12
- 9 Light 4:02
- 10 Gloria 5:17
- 11 The Flame (Is Gone) 5:40
- 12 The Fire (Remains) 5:26
- 13 The March 4:12
- 14 Blood 4:34
- 15 A Beginning 6:19
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