Released 20 years ago
Coward
Made Out of Babies · 2006
37 min · 9 tracks · punk rock
An abrasive fusion of noise rock and sludge metal, layered with haunting vocals and relentless rhythms that evoke a visceral intensity.
Top tracks — play these first
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Proud to Drown — This track exemplifies the band's ability to balance heavy instrumentation with poignant lyrical themes, creating an immersive listening experience that resonates deeply.
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Mandatory Bedrest — The song stands out due to its shifting dynamics and haunting atmosphere, showcasing the band's skill in building tension and releasing it effectively.
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Gunt — Gunt features aggressive riffs and a relentless pace that perfectly encapsulates the album's raw energy, reflecting the band's punk influences while pushing sonic boundaries.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album's intense sound and genre fusion create a distinctive experience, though its cohesion dips in the latter half.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a heavy, distorted guitar riff that sets a relentless pace, which is maintained through the first four tracks.
- Vocals alternate between melodic and harsh screams, often layered to create a chaotic soundscape.
- Several tracks feature abrupt tempo changes, particularly in the second half, which disrupts the flow established earlier.
- The final track ends with an extended instrumental section that gradually fades out, leaving a lingering sense of tension.
- 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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8/10
- 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.
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Death in April
The narrative shifts from personal reflection to a broader commentary on loss, employing stark imagery that invites listeners into a moment of vulnerability.
This shift broadens the song's emotional scope, allowing for a collective mourning rather than just individual pain.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Silverback 3:32
- 2 Proud to Drown 4:54
- 3 Fed 4:31
- 4 Mandatory Bedrest 4:49
- 5 Death in April 4:34
- 6 Out 4:49
- 7 Lullaby 03 1:35
- 8 Mr. Prison Shanks 3:38
- 9 Gunt 4:57
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