Asymmetry
Mallory Knox · 2014
47 min · 11 tracks · alternative rock
A dynamic blend of soaring melodies and introspective lyrics anchored by powerful guitar riffs and anthemic choruses.
Top tracks — play these first
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Ghost in the Mirror — This opening track establishes the album's tone with its driving rhythm and lyrical confrontation of inner fears, setting the stage for what follows.
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Dying to Survive — A standout for its emotional intensity, this track addresses themes of struggle and resilience, resonating deeply with listeners seeking connection through adversity.
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When Are We Waking Up? — This song features a compelling build-up and a sing-along chorus that encapsulates the urgency of self-reflection and awareness, reflecting the album's overarching themes.
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She Took Him to the Lake — The longest track on the album showcases intricate storytelling through its narrative structure, blending atmospheric instrumentation with poignant lyrics about loss and longing.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases solid songwriting and production but lacks a strong cohesive identity across all tracks.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album features high-energy tracks with driving guitar riffs, while the second half shifts to more introspective themes and slower tempos.
- Choruses are consistently anthemic, often featuring layered vocal harmonies that elevate the emotional impact of the lyrics.
- Several tracks incorporate dynamic shifts in intensity, moving from quiet verses to explosive choruses, creating a sense of contrast throughout.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- 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
Little footprint beyond its audience. 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
- cathartic release through anthemic choruses
- reflective moments in longer tracks
- energizing sing-alongs with friends
- dynamic pacing with varied tempos
Maybe skip if you
- prefer instant gratification tracks
- avoid emotional depth and introspection
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Asymmetry is Mallory Knox's second studio album, following their debut Signals in 2013. By this point, the band had begun to carve out their identity within the alternative rock scene, building on the momentum of their earlier success.
- Stylistic neighbors
- You Me at Six· Don Broco· Lower Than Atlantis
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Dying to Survive
The verse shifts to a more vulnerable tone as it explicitly confronts feelings of inadequacy and despair.
This transition emphasizes a raw honesty that contrasts with the preceding assertiveness, deepening the emotional impact of the narrative.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Ghost in the Mirror 3:36
- 2 Getaway 3:36
- 3 Dying to Survive 4:24
- 4 Shout at the Moon 3:27
- 5 Fire 3:54
- 6 When Are We Waking Up? 3:46
- 7 She Took Him to the Lake 7:20
- 8 Heart & Desire 4:19
- 9 Lonely Hours 4:59
- 10 The Remedy 3:36
- 11 Dare You 4:58
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