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An Audio Guide to Everyday Atrocity

Nothingface · 1998

38 min · 9 tracks · alternative metal

A relentless fusion of aggressive riffs and haunting melodies, capturing the chaos of modern existence with raw intensity.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Goldtooth — Opening with an infectious riff, this track encapsulates the band's ability to blend melodic hooks with heavy instrumentals, setting the tone for the entire album.
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    Grinning — The song's dynamic shifts between verses and explosive choruses highlight the band’s knack for creating tension and release, making it a standout track.
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    I, Diablo — With its darker undertones and intricate guitar work, this track exemplifies Nothingface's lyrical depth while maintaining their signature aggressive sound.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

48 /100
Foothills
Higher than 19% of albums we've rated

The album blends aggressive and melodic elements well but doesn't fully stand out in its genre.

What we noticed

  • The first three tracks feature rapid tempo changes, alternating between aggressive riffs and melodic interludes, creating a sense of unpredictability.
  • Several tracks incorporate spoken word sections that contrast with the heavy instrumentation, adding a layer of narrative complexity.
  • The album's final track features a gradual build-up that culminates in an explosive climax, effectively closing the record on a high note.
Composition 25% of the score
6/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
7/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
5/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
6/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
6/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 6/10

Significant within its genre. 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.

Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

  • Error in Excellence

    The bridge shifts from despairing imagery to a defiant proclamation of self-identity amidst societal pressures.

    This structural pivot not only emphasizes personal resilience but also contrasts sharply with the surrounding themes of disillusionment.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Goldtooth 4:21
  • 2 Grinning 3:20
  • 3 So Few 4:11
  • 4 Villains 3:28
  • 5 Sleeper 4:44
  • 6 Breathe Out 3:39
  • 7 Error in Excellence 4:19
  • 8 I, Diablo 4:09
  • 9 The Sick 5:45

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