What makes Built to Fall by Trivium notable?

The album has been noted for its critical reception, with several publications praising its blend of heavy metal styles and intricate musicianship. It charted well in various countries and solidified Trivium's status as a leading act in the modern metal scene, influencing countless bands within the genre. Released as part of Trivium's ongoing evolution, 'Built to Fall' appears on their fifth studio album, 'In Waves', marking a pivotal moment in their career. Following the commercial success of their previous album, 'Shogun', this record represents a deepening of their melodic metalcore sound while continuing to push the boundaries of heavy music.

How many songs are on Built to Fall?

Built to Fall has 1 track, running approximately 3 minutes.

Built to Fall

Trivium · 2011

3 min · 1 track · heavy metal

Pummeling riffs intertwine with soaring melodies, creating a dynamic landscape that showcases both aggression and emotional depth.

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Built to Fall — The title track serves as a powerful anthem that encapsulates the album's themes of struggle and resilience, highlighted by its compelling chorus and aggressive instrumentation.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

58 /100

Treeline

Higher than 49% of albums we've rated

The track showcases strong musicianship with a blend of aggression and melody, though it lacks broader cultural reach.

What we noticed

The track features a rapid tempo with alternating sections of aggressive riffs and melodic choruses, creating a push-pull dynamic.
Vocals shift between harsh screams and clean singing, emphasizing the contrast between aggression and melody.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 8/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 7/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 5/10

Influence 2/10

Little footprint beyond its audience. 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.

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Breakthrough — Solidified Trivium's reputation with critical success and commercial charting.
Themes: personal struggle· melodic aggression· resilience in chaos
Career context: Released as part of Trivium's ongoing evolution, 'Built to Fall' appears on their fifth studio album, 'In Waves', marking a pivotal moment in their career. Following the commercial success of their previous album, 'Shogun', this record represents a deepening of their melodic metalcore sound while continuing to push the boundaries of heavy music.
Stylistic neighbors: Killswitch Engage· Architects· Bullet for My Valentine