Breathe In Life
Betraying the Martyrs · 2011
42 min · 11 tracks · deathcore
A tempest of melodic deathcore intertwines orchestral elements with guttural vocals and intricate guitar work.
Top tracks — play these first
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Martyrs — This track exemplifies the band's signature sound, combining brutal riffs with soaring melodies and engaging lyrics that address personal struggle.
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Because of You — The song features an emotional vocal delivery alongside intricate instrumentation, showcasing the band's ability to weave depth into their aggressive style.
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Life Is Precious — This track stands out for its poignant lyrics about cherishing moments, with a dynamic structure that oscillates between heavy breakdowns and melodic sections.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends orchestral elements with deathcore effectively but lacks some cohesion in its pacing.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a symphonic intro that transitions into aggressive guitar riffs and guttural vocals, establishing a dynamic contrast.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- 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
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
- brief bursts of intense emotion
- dynamic shifts in pacing
- immersive storytelling through sound
- cathartic release of tension
Maybe skip if you
- prefer calm, soothing music
- want straightforward, catchy songs
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on September 20, 2011, Breathe In Life marked Betraying the Martyrs' debut album, establishing their presence in the deathcore scene. Following a successful EP, this album positioned the band as a rising force in the French metal movement, garnering attention for their unique blend of melodic and orchestral influences.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Black Dahlia Murder· All Shall Perish· Whitechapel
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Ad Astra 1:31
- 2 Martyrs 4:14
- 3 Man Made Disaster 4:13
- 4 Because of You 4:40
- 5 Tapestry of Me 4:37
- 6 Liberate Me Ex Inferis 1:51
- 7 Leave It All Behind 4:56
- 8 Life Is Precious 4:39
- 9 Love Lost 4:40
- 10 Azalee 3:45
- 11 When You're Alone 3:52
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