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Battles

In Flames · 2016

59 min · 15 tracks · alternative metal · melodic death metal

Melodic death metal riffs intertwine with introspective lyrics, creating an emotional landscape marked by both heaviness and vulnerability.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady pacing with emotional weight
  • introspective lyrics for deep reflection
  • melodic riffs that invite immersion
  • consistent flow with climactic moments
  • suitable for focused listening sessions

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer instant gratification tracks
  • seek standalone singles only

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on November 11, 2016, 'Battles' is In Flames' twelfth studio album and represents a significant point in their evolution. Following the mixed reception of their previous album 'Siren Charms' (2014), this record seeks to reconcile their melodic death metal roots with a modern alternative metal approach, showcasing a matured sound.
Stylistic neighbors
Dark Tranquillity· Soilwork· Arch Enemy

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Drained 4:06
  • 2 The End 3:58
  • 3 Like Sand 3:43
  • 4 The Truth 3:04
  • 5 In My Room 3:25
  • 6 Before I Fall 3:27
  • 7 Through My Eyes 3:50
  • 8 Battles 2:58
  • 9 Here Until Forever 4:19
  • 10 Underneath My Skin 3:30
  • 11 Wallflower 7:06
  • 12 Save Me 4:12
  • 13 Greatest Greed 4:08
  • 14 Us Against the World 3:40
  • 15 Here Until Forever (alternate version) 3:58

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