Attack of the Wolf King
Haste the Day · 2010
38 min · 11 tracks · Christian metal
A dynamic blend of melodic metalcore and introspective lyrics, marked by intense riffs and soaring choruses.
Top tracks — play these first
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Wake Up the Sun — Opening with an infectious energy, this track sets the tone for the album with its anthemic chorus and compelling instrumentation that captures the essence of Haste the Day's style.
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Dog Like Vultures — This song features intricate guitar work and powerful vocals, illustrating the band's ability to combine aggression with melody while exploring themes of conflict and resilience.
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My Name Is Darkness — Closing out the album, this track encapsulates a darker thematic element with haunting melodies and introspective lyrics, leaving a lasting impression as it wraps up the journey presented throughout the record.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases strong dynamics and varied vocal styles but lacks a cohesive flow in some areas.
What we noticed
- The first three tracks feature aggressive guitar riffs and rapid drumming, establishing a high-energy opening that contrasts with the slower, more melodic fourth track.
- The final track features an extended instrumental outro that gradually fades out, creating a sense of closure after the preceding intensity.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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5/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
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
- intense riffs with soaring choruses
- cathartic release through dynamic shifts
- fast-paced tracks for high energy
- short bursts of emotional intensity
Maybe skip if you
- prefer long, soundscapes
- seek slow, gradual builds
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Attack of the Wolf King is Haste the Day's fourth studio album, released in 2010 during a transitional phase for the band. This album followed their critically acclaimed release, Pressure the Hinges, and was notable for showcasing a shift in their sound as they navigated lineup changes and evolving musical styles.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Underoath· August Burns Red· The Devil Wears Prada
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Wake Up the Sun 3:23
- 2 Dog Like Vultures 3:46
- 3 The Quiet, Deadly Ticking 2:49
- 4 Travesty 3:59
- 5 Merit for Sadness 3:12
- 6 The Un‐Manifest 3:15
- 7 The Place Where Most Deny 3:58
- 8 White as Snow 4:40
- 9 Crush Resistance 3:16
- 10 Walk With a Crooked Spine 3:41
- 11 My Name Is Darkness 2:25
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