Avenged Sevenfold
Avenged Sevenfold · 2007
53 min · 10 tracks · heavy metal · progressive metal · metalcore
A fusion of heavy metal and melodic elements, blending aggressive riffs with intricate harmonies and poignant narratives.
Why this album works
The album debuted at number four on the Billboard 200 and solidified Avenged Sevenfold's reputation within the mainstream metal scene. Its experimental nature, particularly with tracks like 'Dear God,' which features country influences, showcased their willingness to push genre boundaries and attracted both critical acclaim and a diverse fanbase.
- Best for
- dynamic emotional journeys long, immersive listening sessions wave-like pacing and builds
- Context
- By 2007, Avenged Sevenfold had established themselves as a leading force in metal with their previous album, 'City of Evil,' achieving significant commercial success. This self-titled album marked their first release after the tragic passing of drummer Jimmy 'The Rev' Sullivan, showcasing a blend of their signature sound and new influences.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Between the Buried and Me· Black Tide· Mickey Avalon
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Critical Acclaim 5:14
- 2 Almost Easy 3:54
- 3 Scream 4:48
- 4 Afterlife Standout 5:53
- 5 Gunslinger 4:11
- 6 Unbound (The Wild Ride) 5:11
- 7 Brompton Cocktail 4:13
- 8 Lost 5:02
- 9 A Little Piece of Heaven Standout 8:00
- 10 Dear God Standout 6:33
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