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Admission

Torche · 2019

36 min · 11 tracks · alternative rock

A blend of heavy riffs and melodic undertones creates a dynamic soundscape that balances aggression with introspection.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Submission — This track exemplifies the album's fusion of crushing riffs and catchy melodies, making it a standout moment that showcases the band's unique sound.
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    Admission — The title track encapsulates the album's themes of vulnerability and self-reflection, featuring a powerful chorus that resonates emotionally.
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    Times Missing — This song features intricate guitar work and an expansive arrangement, highlighting the band's ability to create atmosphere within their heavy sound.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

60 /100
Treeline
Higher than 66% of albums we've rated

The album balances heavy riffs with melodic elements, showcasing strong songwriting and production quality.

What we noticed

  • The first half of the album maintains a consistent mid-tempo pace, while the second half introduces more varied tempos and dynamics.
  • Several tracks feature layered guitar harmonies that create a rich sound texture, contrasting with the heavier riffs.
  • The album includes moments of quiet introspection, such as in 'Times Missing', which is followed by more aggressive tracks like 'Infierno'.
Composition 25% of the score
7/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
8/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
6/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
7/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
6/10

running order, pacing, length

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.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • short bursts of intense energy
  • melodic moments among heavy riffs
  • cathartic release through dynamic sound
  • focused listening on emotional depth

Maybe skip if you

  • prefer lengthy, immersive albums
  • want constant high-energy tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2019, Admission marks Torche's fifth studio album and their first since the departure of bassist Jonathan Nuñez. The band continued to explore their signature sound while incorporating elements of post-hardcore and alternative rock, showcasing their evolution as artists.
Stylistic neighbors
Mastodon· Baroness· Kylesa

Tracklist

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

  • 1 From Here 1:38
  • 2 Submission 2:59
  • 3 Slide 2:52
  • 4 What Was 1:29
  • 5 Times Missing 5:05
  • 6 Admission 4:01
  • 7 Reminder 2:58
  • 8 Extremes of Consciousness 2:58
  • 9 On the Wire 3:18
  • 10 Infierno 3:31
  • 11 Changes Come 5:13

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