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Cane Hill

Cane Hill

24 min · 7 tracks · alternative metal

A raw and aggressive blend of alternative metal that channels both angst and melody through heavy riffs and dynamic vocal performances.

Top tracks — play these first

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    OxBlood — This opening track sets the tone with its heavy instrumentation and aggressive vocals, making it a powerful introduction to Cane Hill's sonic identity.
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    Time Bomb — With its catchy chorus and driving riffs, this track exemplifies Cane Hill's ability to balance heaviness with melodic elements, creating an anthem for the disenchanted.
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    Screwtape — This song showcases the band's lyrical depth, addressing themes of manipulation and control while maintaining an intense musical backdrop that reflects its message.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

46 /100
Foothills
Higher than 10% of albums we've rated

The album showcases energetic performances and dynamic vocal styles but lacks standout compositions that elevate it further.

What we noticed

  • The first three tracks maintain a high energy level with aggressive riffs and intense vocals, while the fourth track introduces a more melodic section.
  • The final two tracks slow down the tempo significantly, allowing for a reflective conclusion to the record.
Composition 25% of the score
6/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
7/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
5/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
5/10

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.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • quick bursts of raw energy
  • for adrenaline-fueled moments
  • aggressive anthems for catharsis
  • dynamic vocal shifts throughout
  • short tracks for instant gratification

Maybe skip if you

  • prefer lengthy, immersive experiences
  • seek calm and soothing sounds

Where this album fits

Career context
Cane Hill released their self-titled EP in 2016 as their debut project, marking the beginning of their journey in the alternative metal scene. At this point, they had already built a reputation for their energetic live performances and were being recognized for their unique sound, which blends modern metal with elements reminiscent of early 2000s nu-metal.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 OxBlood 2:51
  • 2 Time Bomb 3:29
  • 3 Screwtape 3:48
  • 4 Gemini 3:23
  • 5 French 75 4:35
  • 6 The Fat of the Land 3:25
  • 7 Sunday School 3:25

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