What makes All Hail by Norma Jean notable?

This album received positive reviews for its ambitious structure and lyrical depth, cementing Norma Jean's status within the metalcore scene. Notably, it debuted at number 9 on the Billboard Hard Rock Albums chart, reflecting both commercial viability and sustained fan interest in their work. All Hail marks Norma Jean's sixth studio album and their first release after the departure of guitarist Jeff Hickey. Following the critical success of their previous album, Polar Similar (2016), this record showcases a continued evolution in their sound, blending more experimental elements with their signature metalcore roots.

All Hail works well if you're into wave-like pacing with intensity, visceral emotional catharsis and dynamic journey with resolution.

How many songs are on All Hail?

All Hail has 14 tracks, running approximately 45 minutes.

All Hail

Norma Jean · 2019

45 min · 14 tracks · metalcore

A chaotic blend of dissonant riffs and frenetic energy underpins a deep exploration of identity and existential dread.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Orphan Twin — Opening with intense energy, this track sets the tone for the entire album, showcasing the band's penchant for intricate rhythms and raw emotion.
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If [Loss] Then [Leader] — The song features complex time signatures and thought-provoking lyrics that delve into themes of loss, making it a standout representation of the album's overall narrative.
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Landslide Defeater — This track combines aggressive instrumentation with a haunting melody, illustrating the band's ability to balance heaviness with melodic introspection.
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/with_errors — The exploration of personal struggles through layered vocal harmonies and dissonance makes this track a compelling emotional high point on the album.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

58 /100

Treeline

Higher than 49% of albums we've rated

The album showcases ambitious structures and intense themes but has some uneven pacing.

What we noticed

The album opens with a chaotic track that features rapid tempo changes and dissonant guitar riffs, setting a frenetic tone.
Several tracks incorporate abrupt transitions between sections, often shifting from melodic passages to intense breakdowns.
Lyrically, the album explores themes of identity and existential dread, with complex phrasing that complements the music's intensity.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 8/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 7/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 5/10

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

wave-like pacing with intensity
visceral emotional catharsis
dynamic journey with resolution
short bursts of chaos
headphone detail hunting required

Maybe skip if you

prefer straightforward song structures
seek immediate gratification

Where this album fits

Career context: All Hail marks Norma Jean's sixth studio album and their first release after the departure of guitarist Jeff Hickey. Following the critical success of their previous album, Polar Similar (2016), this record showcases a continued evolution in their sound, blending more experimental elements with their signature metalcore roots.
Stylistic neighbors: The Chariot· Every Time I Die· Underoath