Collide with the Sky
Pierce the Veil · 2012
46 min · 12 tracks · alternative rock
Explosive melodies and intricate guitar work intertwine with heartfelt lyrics, fusing post-hardcore energy with pop sensibilities.
Top tracks — play these first
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King for a Day — This track combines aggressive instrumentals with soaring choruses, showcasing the band's ability to blend chaos with melody while addressing themes of empowerment and resilience. Its catchy hooks and dynamic shifts exemplify the band's signature sound.
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A Match Into Water — The song captures an intense emotional struggle through vivid imagery and powerful instrumentation, providing listeners with a cathartic experience. Its exploration of personal loss resonates deeply within the album's overall narrative.
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Hold on Till May — This ballad stands out as a poignant reflection on longing and hope, featuring heartfelt lyrics that connect with listeners on a personal level. Its softer approach offers a contrast to the heavier tracks, highlighting the band’s versatility.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album combines energetic instrumentation with emotional lyrics, showcasing strong craftsmanship but not composition.
What we noticed
- The album features frequent tempo shifts, with tracks alternating between high-energy sections and slower, more introspective moments.
- Guitar work is intricate, often employing complex riffs and harmonies that complement the emotional weight of the lyrics.
- Several tracks utilize layered vocal harmonies, enhancing the dynamic range and depth of the sound.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- 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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7/10
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
- exhilarating bursts of intensity
- cathartic moments of release
- melodic hooks for sing-alongs
- dynamic shifts in pacing
Maybe skip if you
- prefer slower, more subdued music
- seek straightforward song structures
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2012, Collide with the Sky marked Pierce the Veil's third studio album and a significant moment in their rise within the post-hardcore scene. Following the commercial success of their previous album, Selfish Machines, this record solidified their status as leading figures in alternative rock, showcasing their evolving sound and lyrical depth.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Sleeping with Sirens· Of Mice & Men· Dance Gavin Dance
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 May These Noises Startle You in Your Sleep Tonight 1:21
- 2 Hell Above 3:43
- 3 A Match Into Water 3:32
- 4 King for a Day 3:56
- 5 Bulls in the Bronx 4:27
- 6 Props & Mayhem 3:37
- 7 Tangled in the Great Escape 5:56
- 8 I'm Low on Gas and You Need a Jacket 4:12
- 9 The First Punch 3:25
- 10 One Hundred Sleepless Nights 3:41
- 11 Stained Glass Eyes and Colorful Tears 3:38
- 12 Hold on Till May 4:38
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