Born in Blood
Pain Teens · 1990
36 min · 12 tracks · noise rock
A raw blend of distorted guitars and aggressive rhythms, capturing the chaotic essence of early '90s noise rock.
Top tracks — play these first
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Pleasures of the Flesh — This track exemplifies the band's ability to merge unsettling lyrical content with dissonant instrumentation, creating a sense of discomfort that defines the album's atmosphere.
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Bad in My Head — With its frenetic pace and haunting lyrics, this song captures the feeling of mental turmoil, effectively showcasing the band's raw emotional energy.
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Lady of Flame — This track stands out for its hypnotic repetition and layered textures, reflecting both chaos and beauty in a way that encapsulates the band's unique aesthetic.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album's raw sound and aggressive structure reflect its noise rock roots while exploring themes of alienation.
What we noticed
- The first three tracks feature relentless, distorted guitar riffs that create a wall of sound, establishing an aggressive tone early on.
- Several songs incorporate abrupt tempo shifts, with 'Secret Is Sickness' transitioning from a slow build to chaotic noise within its runtime.
- The album closes with 'Noh Jam', which features an extended instrumental section that gradually fades out, contrasting with the earlier intensity.
- 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
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Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The Basement 3:29
- 2 Pleasures of the Flesh 4:09
- 3 Shotguns 2:45
- 4 Bad in My Head 2:58
- 5 The Way Love Used to Be 2:22
- 6 Secret Is Sickness 2:43
- 7 Lady of Flame 3:24
- 8 Desu Evol Yaw 2:23
- 9 She Shook Me 3:47
- 10 Christo 1:16
- 11 My Desire 3:12
- 12 Noh Jam 4:30
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