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Dead Throne

The Devil Wears Prada · 2011

40 min · 13 tracks · metalcore

A relentless barrage of metallic riffs and visceral screams intertwined with melodic interludes and thoughtful lyrics.

Why this album works

'Dead Throne' debuted at number 10 on the Billboard 200 chart, solidifying the band's status within the metalcore scene. The album received positive reviews for its lyrical depth and musical complexity, influencing a wave of post-hardcore bands that embraced similar themes and soundscapes.
Best for
intense emotional exploration dynamic and engaging pace short, impactful listening sessions
Context
Released in 2011, 'Dead Throne' was The Devil Wears Prada's fourth studio album and marked a significant evolution from their earlier works, as they began to experiment with more atmospheric elements. This album followed their successful release of 'With Roots Above and Branches Below' in 2009, showcasing their growth in songwriting and production.
Stylistic neighbors
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Dead & Alive — Continues the intense energy with live renditions of songs from 'Dead Throne'.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Dead Throne 2:45
  • 2 Untidaled 2:55
  • 3 Mammoth Standout 2:43
  • 4 Vengeance 3:01
  • 5 R.I.T. 2:49
  • 6 My Questions 3:12
  • 7 Kansas Standout 3:36
  • 8 Born to Lose 3:04
  • 9 Forever Decay 3:24
  • 10 Chicago Standout 2:44
  • 11 Constance 3:19
  • 12 Pretenders 3:28
  • 13 Holdfast 3:48

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