What makes Connect by Sick Puppies notable?

Connect debuted at number 10 on the Billboard Hard Rock Albums chart, reflecting the band's continued relevance in the rock scene. The album's single, There's No Going Back, received significant radio play and contributed to discussions around themes of resilience and personal growth in contemporary rock music. Released in 2013, Connect was Sick Puppies' fourth studio album and marked their first release after parting ways with founding member Shimon Moore. This album came during a pivotal time as the band sought to redefine their sound and solidify their identity as a trio, featuring new vocalist Bryan Scott.

Connect works well if you're into steady pacing for reflective moments, introspective themes for personal connection and melodic hooks for sing-along energy.

How many songs are on Connect?

Connect has 12 tracks, running approximately 44 minutes.

Connect

Sick Puppies · 2013

44 min · 12 tracks · alternative rock

Dynamic riffs intertwine with anthemic choruses, showcasing a blend of emotional depth and hard-hitting energy.

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Top tracks — play these first

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There's No Going Back — This track encapsulates the album's themes of perseverance and self-empowerment, driven by its catchy chorus and motivating lyrics.
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Die to Save You — Opening with an intense instrumental build, this song explores deep emotional struggles and sets an urgent tone for the album.
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Poison — With its darker undertones and powerful vocal delivery, Poison addresses toxic relationships, showcasing the band's lyrical depth alongside their musical prowess.

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 balances energetic tracks with introspective moments but lacks standout compositions.

What we noticed

The first half of the album features high-energy tracks with driving guitar riffs, while the second half shifts to more introspective themes and slower tempos.
Choruses are often anthemic, featuring layered vocals that create a sense of urgency and emotional resonance.
Several tracks incorporate dynamic shifts in intensity, alternating between quiet verses and explosive choruses.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
Craft 20% of the score: 7/10
Durability 25% of the score: 5/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 5/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 6/10

Influence 2/10

Little footprint beyond its audience. 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

steady pacing for reflective moments
introspective themes for personal connection
melodic hooks for sing-along energy
cathartic release through powerful vocals

Maybe skip if you

prefer instant gratification tracks
avoid emotional depth in lyrics

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Late Career Highlight — Connect showcases the band's continued relevance after lineup changes.
Career context: Released in 2013, Connect was Sick Puppies' fourth studio album and marked their first release after parting ways with founding member Shimon Moore. This album came during a pivotal time as the band sought to redefine their sound and solidify their identity as a trio, featuring new vocalist Bryan Scott.
Stylistic neighbors: Breaking Benjamin· Three Days Grace· Shinedown