Attics to Eden
Madina Lake · 2009
37 min · 12 tracks · post-hardcore
A vibrant blend of post-hardcore energy and melodic hooks that captures the restless spirit of youth and rebellion.
Top tracks — play these first
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Never Take Us Alive — This opening track sets a defiant tone with its aggressive riffs and urgent vocals, encapsulating the album's overarching themes of resistance and empowerment. It effectively draws listeners into the band's narrative world.
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Criminals — With its catchy chorus and compelling storytelling, this track examines moral ambiguity and societal judgment, showcasing Madina Lake’s ability to weave narratives within their music.
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Friends & Lovers — This standout track combines emotional vulnerability with rich instrumentation, highlighting personal connections amidst chaos, which reflects the album’s broader exploration of relationships.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases energetic compositions with varied vocal styles but lacks standout tracks that elevate it beyond its genre.
What we noticed
- The first three tracks maintain a high energy level with driving rhythms and aggressive guitar riffs, while the fourth track introduces a more melodic chorus.
- The last two tracks slow down the tempo significantly, allowing for introspective lyrics and a more atmospheric sound.
- 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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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
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
- steady energetic flow throughout
- introspective lyrics with anthemic delivery
- for sing-along moments
- brief bursts of lyrical reflection
Maybe skip if you
- prefer slow, soundscapes
- seek lengthy, sprawling compositions
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on May 1, 2009, Attics to Eden is Madina Lake's second studio album, following their 2007 debut, From Them, Through Us, to You. At this point, the band was solidifying its presence in the post-hardcore scene and exploring deeper themes beyond their initial sound. The album showcases a maturation in songwriting and production as they aimed to expand their audience.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Used· Silverstein· Senses Fail
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Never Take Us Alive 2:59
- 2 Let’s Get Outta Here 2:58
- 3 Legends 3:00
- 4 Criminals 3:57
- 5 Through the Pain 3:27
- 6 Never Walk Alone 2:42
- 7 Not for This World 3:11
- 8 Welcome to Oblivion 3:03
- 9 Silent Voices Kill 2:52
- 10 Statistics 3:02
- 11 Friends & Lovers 3:48
- 12 Lila, the Divine Game 2:19
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