Darkest Hour
Darkest Hour · 2014
49 min · 13 tracks · metalcore
A relentless fusion of melodic death metal and metalcore, blending ferocious riffs with introspective lyrics.
Top tracks — play these first
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Wasteland — Opening with a ferocious energy, 'Wasteland' sets the tone for the album with its driving rhythms and poignant exploration of desolation.
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The Misery We Make — This track showcases intricate guitar work paired with emotional vocals, encapsulating the album's thematic depth and musical complexity.
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Anti-Axis — 'Anti-Axis' stands out for its catchy hooks and heavy breakdowns, illustrating the band's skill at balancing melody with aggression.
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By the Starlight — With its atmospheric build-up and introspective lyrics, this track reflects on hope amidst chaos, providing a moment of respite in the album.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends aggressive riffs with introspective lyrics, showcasing solid songwriting and musicianship.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album features aggressive, fast-paced tracks with intricate guitar work, while the second half shifts towards more melodic and atmospheric elements.
- Several songs incorporate dual guitar harmonies that create a rich texture, particularly in the choruses.
- 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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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
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo intensity
- explorative themes of resilience
- intricate riffs to dissect
- cathartic release through heaviness
Maybe skip if you
- prefer upbeat and lighthearted
- seek instant gratification tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in January 2014, Darkest Hour's 'Darkest Hour' came after a brief hiatus following their previous album 'The Human Romance' in 2011. This album marked a return to form for the band, showcasing a refined sound while maintaining their signature intensity as they explored themes of personal and societal struggle.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Killswitch Engage· As I Lay Dying· The Black Dahlia Murder
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Wasteland 4:14
- 2 Rapture in Exile 2:11
- 3 The Misery We Make 3:06
- 4 Infinite Eyes 3:40
- 5 Futurist 3:59
- 6 The Great Oppressor 3:33
- 7 Anti-Axis 3:30
- 8 By the Starlight 4:08
- 9 Lost for Life 2:52
- 10 The Goddess Figure 4:14
- 11 Beneath the Blackening Sky 3:54
- 12 Hypatia Rising 5:45
- 13 Departure 4:27
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