Burials
AFI · 2013
58 min · 15 tracks · alternative rock · gothic rock
A haunting blend of gothic rock and alternative melodies that evoke despair and introspection.
Why this album works
'Burials' debuted at number 9 on the Billboard 200 chart, solidifying AFI's continued relevance in the industry. The album received positive reviews from critics, with many praising its cohesive sound and lyrical depth, further establishing AFI as a significant force in the gothic rock genre during the early 2010s.
- Best for
- steady emotional intensity throughout introspective themes of despair haunting melodies for deep focus
- Context
- Released on October 22, 2013, 'Burials' marked AFI's return after a four-year hiatus following their commercially successful album 'Crash Love.' This album represents a shift toward darker themes and a more experimental sound, showcasing the band's evolution as they sought to redefine their identity within the alternative rock scene.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Linkin Park· Green Day· Moby· Beck· Sonic Youth· Tori Amos· Neil Young· Nine Inch Nails
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The Sinking Night 2:18
- 2 I Hope You Suffer Standout 4:37
- 3 A Deep Slow Panic 4:01
- 4 No Resurrection 4:27
- 5 17 Crimes Standout 2:57
- 6 The Conductor Standout 3:41
- 7 Heart Stops 3:08
- 8 Rewind 4:12
- 9 The Embrace 3:25
- 10 Wild 3:11
- 11 Greater Than 84 4:17
- 12 Anxious 3:50
- 13 The Face Beneath the Waves 5:10
- 14 17 Crimes (James Egbert remix) 5:03
- 15 17 Crimes (ThankYouX remix) 3:53
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