Is Constellations a good place to start with August Burns Red?

Yes, Constellations is recommended as a starting point for new August Burns Red listeners. Complex metalcore arrangements intertwine with melodic interludes and poignant lyrics, creating an expansive sonic landscape. Released on January 1, 2009, 'Constellations' is August Burns Red's fourth studio album, following their breakthrough record 'Messengers.' At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their position in the metalcore scene and expanding their musical complexity.

Who is Constellations for?

Constellations works well if you're into steady pacing for focused sessions, emotional intensity in each track and engaging complexity for detail seekers.

How many songs are on Constellations?

Constellations has 12 tracks, running approximately 47 minutes.

Constellations

August Burns Red · 2009

47 min · 12 tracks · metalcore

Complex metalcore arrangements intertwine with melodic interludes and poignant lyrics, creating an expansive sonic landscape.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Thirty and Seven Start here — establishes the sonic palette early
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Marianas Trench — This track features dynamic shifts between aggressive riffs and melodic passages, showcasing the band's ability to blend heaviness with emotional depth effectively.
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The Escape Artist — With its relentless energy and thought-provoking lyrics about self-identity, this song captures the essence of struggle and resilience that permeates the album.
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Crusades — The closing track combines intricate guitar work with a stirring narrative about personal battles, culminating in a powerful message of perseverance that resonates throughout the album.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

60 /100

Treeline

Higher than 66% of albums we've rated

The album showcases intricate arrangements and contrasts, solidifying its place in the metalcore genre.

What we noticed

Melodic interludes are strategically placed between heavier sections, providing contrast and depth throughout the record.
Several tracks incorporate dual guitar harmonies that create a rich, layered sound, enhancing the overall complexity of the arrangements.

Composition 25% of the score: 8/10
Craft 20% of the score: 7/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 7/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 6/10

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

steady pacing for focused sessions
emotional intensity in each track
engaging complexity for detail seekers
consistent energy throughout the album

Maybe skip if you

prefer immediate gratification
seek standalone hit singles

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Critical Peak — 'Constellations' is noted for its intricate musicianship and lyrical depth, marking an artistic high point.
Themes: personal battles· self-identity struggle· emotional depth
Career context: Released on January 1, 2009, 'Constellations' is August Burns Red's fourth studio album, following their breakthrough record 'Messengers.' At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their position in the metalcore scene and expanding their musical complexity.
Stylistic neighbors: Killswitch Engage· Parkway Drive· The Devil Wears Prada