Corpus I
Show Me the Body · 2017
46 min · 17 tracks · hardcore punk
A visceral blend of hardcore punk and noise rock that channels urban angst through chaotic rhythms and aggressive vocals.
Top tracks — play these first
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Trash — The track opens with an explosive intensity that encapsulates the chaotic spirit of the album, making it a rallying cry against societal apathy.
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Hungry — This song features a compelling blend of rhythmic aggression and lyrical urgency, embodying the struggle for survival in an unforgiving environment.
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Proud Boys — With its concise length and pointed critique, this track stands out as a fierce commentary on toxic masculinity and societal norms.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album's chaotic energy and innovative blend of styles mark it as a significant entry in the hardcore punk genre.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a brief intro that sets a chaotic tone, immediately followed by aggressive tracks that maintain high energy.
- Many tracks feature abrupt tempo changes and dissonant guitar riffs, creating a sense of unpredictability throughout.
- Vocals often overlap in a call-and-response style, enhancing the feeling of urgency and communal angst.
- The last few tracks incorporate experimental elements, such as electronic influences and varied song structures, which contrast with the earlier straightforward punk aggression.
- 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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8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- wave-like dynamics that surprise
- visceral emotion in every track
- short bursts of intensity
- exploration of chaotic themes
- headphone detail hunting required
Maybe skip if you
- seekers of smooth transitions
- prefer predictable song structures
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By the time of its release in March 2017, Show Me the Body had established themselves within the New York City underground scene with their debut album, 'Body War.' 'Corpus I' marked a significant expansion of their sound and themes, showcasing their evolution as they forged a unique identity that blended various genres while capturing the grit of contemporary urban life.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Death Grips· Nails· Fiddlehead
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Intro 0:07
- 2 Trash 2:32
- 3 You thought what you saw was it 2:30
- 4 Hungry 3:40
- 5 In a Grave 2:43
- 6 Taxi Hell 2:54
- 7 Just a Slither 3:24
- 8 Halogen 4:05
- 9 Stress 3:17
- 10 My Whole Family 3:03
- 11 I’m on It 3:06
- 12 Spit 4:00
- 13 Cyba Slam fif world dance party (Uppa echelon dance remix) 3:25
- 14 Everything Hate (here) 1:55
- 15 Two Hands 2:11
- 16 Why you lying 2:12
- 17 Proud Boys 1:42
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