Top tracks — play these first
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Devastator — This track stands out due to its relentless energy and powerful lyrics addressing personal struggle and perseverance, encapsulating the album's core message.
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White Flag — With its catchy chorus and driving beat, this song represents a declaration of surrender to faith, making it a memorable anthem for listeners seeking hope.
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King — This track features a blend of melodic instrumentation and passionate vocals that elevate its themes of worship and devotion, serving as a powerful conclusion to the album.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album combines aggressive melodies with anthemic choruses, showcasing solid craftsmanship but limited long-term appeal.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album features fast-paced tracks with aggressive guitar riffs, while the second half introduces slower tempos and more melodic elements.
- Choruses are consistently anthemic, often repeating phrases that invite listener participation.
- Several tracks utilize breakdowns that shift dynamics abruptly, creating a contrast between intensity and quieter moments.
- 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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5/10
- 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.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- short bursts of aggressive energy
- anthemic choruses for group sing-alongs
- intense motivation during workouts
- focused listening with high impact
Maybe skip if you
- prefer slow, melodic tunes
- want lengthy, immersive soundscapes
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on January 1, 2010, Breaker marked For Today's second full-length album, following their debut, Ekklesia. At this juncture, the band was solidifying their identity within the Christian metalcore scene, showcasing a more mature sound and lyrical depth.
- Stylistic neighbors
- August Burns Red· The Devil Wears Prada· Parkway Drive
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Devastator
A moment shifts from despair to determination, illustrating a journey through personal trials towards newfound strength.
The narrative arc effectively mirrors the struggle between doubt and faith, creating a compelling backdrop that encourages resilience.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The Breaker's Origin 0:43
- 2 Devastator 3:38
- 3 The Advocate 3:47
- 4 The Breaker's Valley 1:30
- 5 Seraphim 3:59
- 6 Arm The Masses 3:03
- 7 White Flag 3:31
- 8 The Breaker's Encounter 1:36
- 9 Phoenix 3:05
- 10 Psalm of the Son 2:52
- 11 King 4:03
- 12 The Breaker's Commission 3:25
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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