Released 20 years ago
...And the Battle Begun
Rx Bandits · 2006
50 min · 13 tracks · progressive rock
A dynamic blend of progressive rock and ska, characterized by intricate rhythms and socially conscious lyrics.
Top tracks — play these first
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...And the Battle Begun — The title track encapsulates the album's themes of struggle and resistance, driven by complex instrumentation and an engaging vocal performance that sets the tone for the entire record.
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In Her Drawer — This track demonstrates the band's signature blend of introspective lyrics and intricate musicality, showcasing their ability to merge personal narratives with broader social commentary.
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To Our Unborn Daughters — With its poignant lyrics addressing future generations, this song stands out for its emotional gravity and highlights the band's commitment to meaningful songwriting amidst ambitious compositions.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases intricate compositions and dynamic shifts, blending progressive rock with ska influences effectively.
What we noticed
- Lyrics often address social issues, with vocal delivery alternating between melodic singing and more aggressive styles, reflecting the band's ska influences.
- 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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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady, consistent energy levels
- dynamic emotional journeys
- long, immersive listening sessions
- gradual builds and payoffs
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2006, ...And the Battle Begun is the Rx Bandits' fourth studio album, marking their transition towards a more complex sound following their previous record, Anchors Aweigh. This album showcases their artistic evolution as they embraced experimental elements while maintaining their roots in ska and punk.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Dear Hunter· Coheed and Cambria· Circa Survive
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 [untitled] 0:46
- 2 …And the Battle Begun 4:56
- 3 In Her Drawer 5:11
- 4 Only for the Night 3:47
- 5 On a Lonely Screen 2:44
- 6 1980 3:03
- 7 One Million Miles an Hour, Fast Asleep 2:54
- 8 Apparition 3:39
- 9 A Mouth Full of Hollow Threats? 3:33
- 10 Epoxi-Lips 6:04
- 11 Tainted Wheat 3:30
- 12 To Our Unborn Daughters 5:14
- 13 Crushing Destroyer 5:11
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