Binge & Purgatory
Deez Nuts · 2017
31 min · 13 tracks · hardcore punk
A frenzied blend of hardcore punk energy and rap rock bravado, bursting with aggressive rhythms and sharp commentary.
Top tracks — play these first
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Purgatory — This track captures the album's chaotic spirit with its raw energy and sharp lyrics that confront personal demons directly.
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Antidote — With its catchy hooks and relentless pace, this song exemplifies the band's blend of punk aggression and rap flair, making it a standout.
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Lessons Learned — The introspective lyrics combined with powerful instrumentation reflect the band's growth and willingness to tackle heavier themes in their music.
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For What It’s Worth — This track showcases a more melodic side while still maintaining the band's characteristic edge, illustrating their versatility within the genre.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases a strong blend of hardcore punk and rap rock, with energetic performances but some unevenness in songwriting.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a rapid-fire tempo that is maintained through the first six tracks, creating an intense and relentless energy.
- Vocals alternate between aggressive shouting and rhythmic rapping, blending punk and hip-hop styles throughout the record.
- Several tracks feature abrupt transitions, such as 'Break Out' leading directly into 'Discord', which enhances the chaotic feel of the album.
- The final track, 'Do Not as I Do', slows down significantly compared to the preceding songs, providing a contrasting conclusion.
- 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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7/10
- 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
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.
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Purgatory
The song shifts from frenetic energy to a haunting reflection on inner turmoil.
This contrast heightens the emotional stakes, allowing listeners to grasp the gravity behind the chaotic soundscape.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Binge 0:50
- 2 Purgatory 2:21
- 3 Antidote 2:39
- 4 Commas & Zeros 3:23
- 5 Break Out 2:37
- 6 Discord 2:56
- 7 Lessons Learned 2:27
- 8 Carried by Six 0:31
- 9 Cakewalk 2:50
- 10 For What It’s Worth 3:17
- 11 Hedonistic Wasteland 1:59
- 12 Remedy 2:51
- 13 Do Not as I Do 3:17
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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