Comes from the Heart
Stick to Your Guns · 2008
27 min · 10 tracks · hardcore punk
Raw energy and introspective lyrics collide in a relentless barrage of hardcore punk anthems.
Top tracks — play these first
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We’re What Separates the Heart From the Heartless — This opening track sets the tone with its urgent rhythm and impassioned vocals, encapsulating the album’s exploration of empathy versus apathy.
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Impact — With its driving beat and confrontational lyrics, this track exemplifies the band's ability to merge personal struggle with larger societal commentary.
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Enough Is Enough — This song stands out for its anthemic chorus and call-to-action message, making it a rallying cry for listeners seeking empowerment through adversity.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album combines energetic performances with introspective lyrics, showcasing solid songwriting within the hardcore punk genre.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a high-energy track that sets a fast tempo, maintaining intensity through the first four songs before introducing a brief interlude.
- Lyrical themes of personal struggle and social commentary are prevalent, with verses often delivered in rapid succession, emphasizing urgency.
- Several tracks feature breakdowns that shift dynamics abruptly, creating moments of tension followed by explosive choruses.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
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
- raw emotional catharsis through intensity
- short bursts of energetic anthems
- for adrenaline-fueled moments
- reflective interludes amidst chaos
Maybe skip if you
- prefer lengthy, slow builds
- seek polished, radio-friendly sounds
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in early 2008, Comes from the Heart was Stick to Your Guns' second studio album, following their debut, For What It's Worth. This record marked a crucial moment in their evolution, solidifying their presence in the hardcore punk scene and showcasing their commitment to addressing personal and social issues through music.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Counterparts· Hatebreed· Parkway Drive
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Part of Me
A pivotal moment occurs when the narrative voice reveals a deep internal conflict regarding identity and belonging.
By shifting focus from external struggles to personal introspection, this line underscores the theme of self-discovery that permeates the album.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 We’re What Separates the Heart From the Heartless 2:36
- 2 Impact 3:22
- 3 Part of Me 2:31
- 4 Enough Is Enough 3:58
- 5 Accessory Children 3:05
- 6 Interlude 2:16
- 7 Tonight’s Entertainment 2:37
- 8 We Must Look Like Ants From Up There 1:59
- 9 Driving Force 2:38
- 10 Looking for the Surface 2:28
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