What does Asking Alexandria sound like?

A dynamic blend of metalcore aggression and melodic hooks, showcasing both raw emotion and polished production. Rooted in alternative rock and metalcore. Start with "Alone in a Room".

Is Asking Alexandria a good place to start with Asking Alexandria?

Yes, Asking Alexandria is recommended as a starting point for new Asking Alexandria listeners. A dynamic blend of metalcore aggression and melodic hooks, showcasing both raw emotion and polished production. Released on December 15, 2017, this self-titled album marked a significant moment for Asking Alexandria as it was their first album following the return of original vocalist Danny Worsnop. This release came after a period of lineup changes and stylistic shifts, as the band sought to redefine their sound while reconnecting with their roots in the metalcore scene.

Who is Asking Alexandria for?

Asking Alexandria works well if you're into steady mid-tempo emotional progression, cathartic moments of personal reflection and uplifting anthems for resilience.

How many songs are on Asking Alexandria?

Asking Alexandria has 13 tracks, running approximately 47 minutes.

Asking Alexandria

Asking Alexandria · 2017

47 min · 13 tracks · alternative rock

A dynamic blend of metalcore aggression and melodic hooks, showcasing both raw emotion and polished production.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Alone in a Room Start here — This track opens the album with a haunting melody and introspective lyrics that delve into themes of isolation and vulnerability, setting a poignant tone for the record.
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Into the Fire — With its driving rhythm and anthemic chorus, this song encapsulates the band's signature sound while serving as a rallying cry for perseverance amidst struggles.
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Hopelessly Hopeful — Integrating both aggressive verses and soaring choruses, this track exemplifies the balance between heaviness and melodic sensibility that characterizes the album's overall approach.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

46 /100

Foothills

Higher than 10% of albums we've rated

The album combines metalcore aggression with melodic hooks, showcasing solid craft but lacking standout compositions.

What we noticed

Several songs incorporate electronic elements, particularly in the bridge sections, adding texture to the overall production.

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: 5/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 6/10

Influence 3/10

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

steady mid-tempo emotional progression
cathartic moments of personal reflection
uplifting anthems for resilience
for focused listening
melodic hooks that invite sing-alongs

Maybe skip if you

seek instant gratification
prefer short standalone tracks

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Breakthrough — Reestablished the band's presence with original vocalist, marking a key moment in their career.
Themes: personal isolation· metalcore resurgence· emotional resilience
Career context: Released on December 15, 2017, this self-titled album marked a significant moment for Asking Alexandria as it was their first album following the return of original vocalist Danny Worsnop. This release came after a period of lineup changes and stylistic shifts, as the band sought to redefine their sound while reconnecting with their roots in the metalcore scene.
Stylistic neighbors: Bring Me the Horizon· Of Mice & Men· Parkway Drive

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Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

Alone in a Room

The moment shifts from reflective solitude to a surge of emotion, where the narrator confronts their inner demons directly.

The transition from quiet introspection to an assertive declaration marks a pivotal emotional climax within the song, revealing layers of complexity in the narrative.