What makes Bānhūs by Eleventh He Reaches London notable?

Bānhūs received critical acclaim upon its release, noted for its ambitious songwriting and production. The album contributed to the growing recognition of the Australian post-hardcore genre, influencing contemporaries and earning a dedicated fanbase, as evidenced by its positive reviews from various music publications. Released in 2013, Bānhūs is Eleventh He Reaches London's sophomore album, following their debut album, the self-titled Eleventh He Reaches London. At this point, the band was solidifying their unique sound within the Australian post-hardcore scene, building on the foundations laid in their earlier work while exploring deeper thematic and sonic complexities.

How many songs are on Bānhūs?

Bānhūs has 7 tracks, running approximately 44 minutes.

Bānhūs

Eleventh He Reaches London · 2013

44 min · 7 tracks · post-hardcore

A dense amalgamation of post-hardcore ferocity and atmospheric soundscapes that evoke both chaos and introspection.

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The Dragging Cloud — The opening track establishes the album's atmospheric intensity with layered instrumentation that draws listeners into a haunting soundscape, setting the stage for the entire record.
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Code Entwined — This track exemplifies the band's ability to blend melodic elements with aggressive vocals, showcasing their signature sound that balances beauty and chaos.
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No Funeral — A pivotal moment on the album, this track features dynamic shifts in tempo and tone that highlight the band’s lyrical depth and emotional weight.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

59 /100

Treeline

Higher than 57% of albums we've rated

The album blends ferocity with atmosphere, showcasing strong songwriting and production while maintaining a cohesive flow.

What we noticed

The album opens with a heavy, distorted guitar riff that sets a chaotic tone, which is maintained through aggressive drumming and intense vocals.
Tracks often shift between quiet, atmospheric interludes and explosive climaxes, creating a dynamic contrast throughout the record.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 8/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 6/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 7/10

Influence 4/10

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 The Dragging Cloud 8:44
2 Code Entwined 7:10
3 Body Unbind 5:27
4 No Funeral 8:42
5 Veil 1:59
6 Glass Hamonium 6:03
7 To Whomever 6:53

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