Released 11 years ago this October
Behind the Devil's Back
Fightstar · 2015
36 min · 10 tracks · alternative rock
A dynamic blend of heavy riffs and melodic hooks that showcases the band's evolution within the alternative rock landscape.
Top tracks — play these first
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Sharp Tongue — Opening with intense energy, this track establishes the album's thematic exploration of inner struggles and self-doubt, setting a compelling tone for what follows.
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Murder All Over — This song showcases a blend of aggression and melody that encapsulates the band's signature style, making it a standout representation of their sound evolution.
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Behind the Devil's Back — Serving as the title track, it delves into darker themes with haunting melodies and powerful instrumentation, reflecting the album's overall mood of confrontation and resilience.
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The Blackest of Birds — This track features intricate guitar work and emotional lyrics that highlight the band's lyrical depth, marking it as a key moment on the album.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases a mix of heavy and melodic elements but lacks strong cohesion and distinctiveness overall.
What we noticed
- The first three tracks feature aggressive guitar riffs and high-energy vocals, establishing a heavy tone that persists through the album's opening.
- Tracks like 'The Blackest of Birds' introduce softer dynamics with clean vocals and atmospheric instrumentation, creating contrast within the album.
- Several songs incorporate tempo shifts, such as 'Overdrive,' which alternates between fast-paced sections and slower, more melodic interludes.
- 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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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
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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
- steady energy for focused listening
- emotional depth with melodic hooks
- for afternoon drives
- gritty sound for cathartic release
Maybe skip if you
- prefer instant gratification tracks
- avoid emotional complexity
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on October 16, 2015, 'Behind the Devil's Back' marked Fightstar's return after a five-year hiatus following their album 'Be Human.' The band had undergone significant lineup changes, with this release showcasing a matured sound reflecting their growth as musicians.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Biffy Clyro· Enter Shikari· You Me at Six
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Sharp Tongue 4:03
- 2 Murder All Over 3:22
- 3 Behind the Devil's Back 3:14
- 4 The Blackest of Birds 4:26
- 5 Overdrive 3:43
- 6 More Human Than Human 3:40
- 7 Animal 3:10
- 8 Titan 4:11
- 9 Sink With the Snakes 2:47
- 10 Dive 3:48
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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