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Released 10 years ago

Darkness Divided

Darkness Divided · 2016

38 min · 11 tracks · punk rock

A relentless blend of aggressive riffs and raw vocals, embodying the urgency of punk rock's rebellious spirit.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Back Breaker — This track features a driving rhythm and powerful lyrics that address personal struggles, making it an anthem for resilience amidst chaos.
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    Misery — With its catchy chorus and introspective verses, 'Misery' encapsulates the band's ability to merge emotional weight with punk energy, resonating with listeners.
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    The Answer — 'The Answer' showcases the band's lyrical prowess as it delves into themes of self-discovery and perseverance, bolstered by a dynamic instrumental arrangement.

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 showcases energetic punk rock with strong vocals and aggressive riffs but lacks standout compositions.

What we noticed

  • The album opens with a fast-paced track that sets a high energy level, which is maintained through the first six songs before a slight dip in tempo.
  • Vocals are delivered with raw intensity, often layered with harmonies that enhance the emotional weight of the lyrics.
Composition 25% of the score
6/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
7/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
5/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
5/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
6/10

running order, pacing, length

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.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 The Point of No Return 3:46
  • 2 Back Breaker 4:02
  • 3 Life That Binds 3:42
  • 4 Wake of the End 2:56
  • 5 Misery 3:20
  • 6 Deceiver 3:34
  • 7 From Dust to Stone 4:30
  • 8 The Answer 3:24
  • 9 Deliverance 3:19
  • 10 Mirror of Death 2:15
  • 11 The End of It All 3:44

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