Released 6 years ago this October
Atlas Vending
METZ · 2020
40 min · 10 tracks · hardcore punk
Explosive guitar riffs collide with relentless percussion, creating a chaotic yet meticulously crafted soundscape that defines modern hardcore punk.
Top tracks — play these first
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Blind Youth Industrial Park — This track captures the essence of urban disillusionment through its frenetic pace and biting lyrics, making it a standout representation of the album's themes.
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Pulse — Opening with an infectious rhythm, this track exemplifies METZ's signature sound while pushing boundaries with its layered instrumentation and dynamic shifts.
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A Boat to Drown In — With its lengthy duration and atmospheric build-up, this track serves as an emotional climax of the album, embodying a sense of introspection amidst the chaos.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases strong songwriting and production while maintaining a cohesive sound throughout its runtime.
What we noticed
- Each song typically features a dynamic shift between high-energy verses and more subdued choruses, creating tension and release.
- Several tracks incorporate layered vocals that add depth, with harmonies often emerging in the chorus sections.
- The album closes with a track that gradually fades out, contrasting the explosive energy of earlier songs.
- 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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8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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 Pulse 4:21
- 2 Blind Youth Industrial Park 3:02
- 3 The Mirror 5:03
- 4 No Ceiling 1:37
- 5 Hail Taxi 4:31
- 6 Draw Us In 3:57
- 7 Sugar Pill 2:55
- 8 Framed by the Comet's Tail 4:53
- 9 Parasite 2:24
- 10 A Boat to Drown In 7:39
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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