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Bleeding Through

Bleeding Through · 2010

45 min · 12 tracks · metalcore

A ferocious blend of metalcore intensity and melodic undertones drives the emotional weight of Bleeding Through's self-titled album.

Top tracks — play these first

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    A Resurrection — This opening track sets the tone with its aggressive instrumentation and haunting melodies, immediately drawing listeners into the album's emotional narrative.
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    Anti-Hero — With its relatable themes of inner turmoil and resilience, this track exemplifies the band's signature blend of heaviness and melody that defines this record.
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    Fifteen Minutes — This song captures the fleeting nature of fame and personal struggle, employing dynamic shifts that highlight both the intensity and vulnerability present throughout the album.
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    Salvation Never Found — The lyrical content addresses themes of despair intertwined with powerful riffs, making it a poignant moment that reflects the darker undertones of the band's work.

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 effectively balances aggression and melody, showcasing strong production and songwriting within the metalcore genre.

What we noticed

  • The first half of the album maintains a relentless pace with aggressive guitar riffs and harsh vocals, while the second half introduces more melodic elements and varied dynamics.
  • Several tracks feature breakdowns that shift abruptly from fast tempos to slower, heavier sections, creating a contrast that emphasizes emotional intensity.
  • The album's production is polished, with layered instrumentation that enhances both the aggressive and melodic aspects of the music.
Composition 25% of the score
7/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
8/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
6/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
6/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
7/10

running order, pacing, length

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.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady intensity throughout listening
  • cathartic release of emotions
  • for focused workouts
  • melodic undertones enhance aggression

Maybe skip if you

  • prefer light, airy sounds
  • seek instant gratification tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2010, Bleeding Through marked a self-titled return for the band after their 2008 album, Declaration. At this point in their career, they were navigating a changing metalcore landscape while maintaining their established sound. This release embodied both a reaffirmation of their identity and an exploration of new musical directions.
Stylistic neighbors
Hatebreed· Earth Crisis· As I Lay Dying

Tracklist

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

  • 1 A Resurrection 1:54
  • 2 Anti-Hero 3:09
  • 3 Your Abandonment 3:30
  • 4 Fifteen Minutes 3:48
  • 5 Salvation Never Found 4:49
  • 6 Breathing in the Wrath 4:29
  • 7 This Time Nothing Is Sacred 3:16
  • 8 Divide the Armies 4:50
  • 9 Drag Me to the Ocean 3:51
  • 10 Light My Eyes 2:42
  • 11 Slow Your Roll 3:22
  • 12 Distortion, Devotion 5:54

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