What makes ...And Don't Forget to Breathe by A Static Lullaby notable?

...And Don't Forget to Breathe garnered significant attention for its raw sound and energetic performances, helping to establish A Static Lullaby as a notable act within the burgeoning post-hardcore movement. The album received positive reviews from various publications, positioning the band for future success in a crowded genre. Released in January 2003, ...And Don't Forget to Breathe was A Static Lullaby's debut album, marking their entry into the post-hardcore scene. At this time, the band was solidifying its identity following formation in 2001 and had gained attention through local shows and early demos.

How many songs are on ...And Don't Forget to Breathe?

...And Don't Forget to Breathe has 10 tracks, running approximately 40 minutes.

...And Don't Forget to Breathe

A Static Lullaby · 2003

40 min · 10 tracks · post-hardcore

Dynamic post-hardcore energy collides with emotionally charged lyrics, creating a visceral listening experience that oscillates between aggression and introspection.

Spotify Apple Music

YouTube Music YouTube Deezer Bandcamp SoundCloud

Own it: Amazon eBay

Top tracks — play these first

→
Love to Hate, Hate to Me — This track exemplifies the band's ability to blend catchy hooks with aggressive instrumentation, showcasing their signature sound right out of the gate.
→
A Sip of Wine Chased With Cyanide — With its intricate guitar work and emotional depth, this song captures the essence of heartache that runs throughout the album, resonating with listeners.
→
Charred Fields of Snow — The closer stands out for its haunting melodies and lyrical vulnerability, encapsulating the theme of destruction and rebirth present in the album.

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 showcases dynamic contrasts and emotional shifts but lacks some depth for lasting engagement.

What we noticed

The album opens with a high-energy track that sets a fast pace, which is maintained through the first half before shifting to more introspective themes in the latter tracks.
Vocals alternate between aggressive screams and melodic singing, creating a dynamic contrast throughout the record.
Several tracks feature abrupt tempo changes, often transitioning from heavy instrumentation to softer passages, enhancing emotional impact.

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

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.

Tracklist

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

1 Nightmares Win 6‒0 2:43
2 Love to Hate, Hate to Me 3:42
3 Withered 3:59
4 Lipgloss and Letdown 4:13
5 A Sip of Wine Chased With Cyanide 5:14
6 We Go to Eleven 4:22
7 The Shooting Star That Destroyed Us 4:36
8 A Song for a Broken Heart 4:01
9 Annunciate While You Masticate 2:52
10 Charred Fields of Snow 4:50

What to play next

Listen next

Faso Latido

2005

Go back to

Withered

2002

Full A Static Lullaby discography Artists like A Static Lullaby

post-hardcore

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata