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One Minute Silence · 2000

64 min · 16 tracks · rap metal

A frenetic blend of rap and metal that channels frustration into explosive energy and socially charged lyrics.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Holy Man — This track stands out for its potent critique of organized religion, utilizing sharp lyrics and a dynamic sound that showcases the band's signature style.
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    It's Just a Ride — The infectious hook and energetic delivery make this an anthem about life’s absurdities, epitomizing the band's ability to blend humor with serious undertones.
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    If I Can Change — This song highlights emotional vulnerability amidst powerful instrumentation, showcasing a different side of the band that contrasts with their heavier tracks.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

51 /100
Foothills
Higher than 34% of albums we've rated

The album effectively blends rap and metal with socially charged lyrics, though it has some uneven pacing.

What we noticed

  • The album opens with a high-energy track that sets a fast pace, maintaining intensity through the first half before introducing slower, more reflective moments.
  • Vocals alternate between aggressive rapping and melodic singing, creating a dynamic contrast throughout the tracks.
  • Several songs feature abrupt tempo changes, often shifting from heavy guitar riffs to quieter sections, which emphasizes lyrical themes of frustration and social commentary.
Composition 25% of the score
7/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
6/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
5/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
7/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
6/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 4/10

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.

Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

  • Holy Man

    An intense moment where the lyrics confront hypocrisy within religious institutions directly challenges listeners’ beliefs without shying away from controversy.

    This direct confrontation creates a sense of urgency that drives home the message, engaging listeners to critically evaluate their own perspectives.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Rise and Shine 3:16
  • 2 1845 2:50
  • 3 Holy Man 4:05
  • 4 It's Just a Ride 3:38
  • 5 Food for the Brain 3:51
  • 6 Fish Out of Water 4:24
  • 7 Roof of the World 4:08
  • 8 16 Stone Pig 3:30
  • 9 210 Dog Years 3:48
  • 10 If I Can Change 5:16
  • 11 A Spoonful of Sugar 4:42
  • 12 On Deaf Ears 4:11
  • 13 A Day in the Light Of 4:17
  • 14 Words 5:55
  • 15 14 Years 3:58
  • 16 I Feel Nothing 2:36

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