Dead Trees
From First To Last · 2015
45 min · 14 tracks · post-hardcore
Dynamic post-hardcore energy meets introspective lyrics, creating a raw and emotive soundscape throughout the album.
Top tracks — play these first
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H8 Meh — This track exemplifies the band's signature blend of aggressive instrumentals and catchy melodies while addressing themes of self-reflection and societal pressures.
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I Don’t Wanna Live in the Real World — This song captures a sense of disillusionment with reality, blending engaging hooks with poignant lyrics that highlight inner turmoil.
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Dead Trees — The title track delves into themes of decay and nostalgia, showcasing the band's ability to merge emotional depth with their energetic sound.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends heavy instrumentation with introspective lyrics, showcasing dynamic shifts but lacks strong cohesion.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album features aggressive guitar riffs and fast tempos, while the second half shifts to more melodic sections with introspective lyrics.
- Several tracks incorporate dynamic shifts in intensity, moving from quiet verses to explosive choruses, particularly evident in 'H8 Meh' and 'I Don’t Wanna Live in the Real World'.
- 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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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- 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
- steady flow with emotional release
- introspective lyrics for deep reflection
- engaging energy for active listening
- chaotic moments that spark intensity
- for evening drives
Maybe skip if you
- prefer immediate gratification tracks
- seek mellow and calm vibes
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in early 2015, Dead Trees is From First To Last's fourth studio album and marks their first release after reuniting with original vocalist Sonny Moore. The album came after a lengthy hiatus following their 2010 record, Throne to the Wolves, showcasing the band's evolution while also embracing their roots.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Used· Senses Fail· Silverstein
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Heresy… 1:09
- 2 Straight to the Face 1:49
- 3 H8 Meh 3:29
- 4 Dead Trees 4:04
- 5 I Solemnly Swear That I Am Up to No Good 3:06
- 6 Black & White 3:45
- 7 Back to Hannalei 3:18
- 8 Never in Reverie 3:46
- 9 2 11 3:46
- 10 Electrified 2:56
- 11 I Don’t Wanna Live in the Real World 3:20
- 12 Note to Self 4:00
- 13 Ride the Wings of Pestilence 3:40
- 14 The Latest Plague 3:23
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