Decas cover

Decas

As I Lay Dying · 2011

38 min · 12 tracks · metalcore

A collection of metalcore intensity interspersed with electronic reimaginings and blistering covers that showcase the band's raw energy.

Why this album works

The album debuted at number 8 on the Billboard 200, signaling its strong commercial performance. Additionally, it demonstrated As I Lay Dying's influence on the metalcore genre, particularly through their innovative blending of styles and approaches to remixing their own songs.
Best for
dynamic flow with intense peaks short bursts of high energy remixed tracks for fresh perspective
Context
Released as a compilation album, 'Decas' arrived during As I Lay Dying's commercial peak following their successful album 'The Powerless Rise' in 2009. This project featured re-recordings, remixes, and new material, marking a celebratory moment for the band as they reflected on their evolution in the metalcore scene.
Stylistic neighbors
Carajo· I Set My Friends On Fire· Jinjer

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Paralyzed Standout 3:04
  • 2 From Shapeless to Breakable 2:44
  • 3 Moving Forward 3:42
  • 4 War Ensemble Standout 4:50
  • 5 Hellion 0:44
  • 6 Electric Eye 3:45
  • 7 Coffee Mug 0:40
  • 8 Beneath the Encasing of Ashes (re-recorded medley) Standout 3:57
  • 9 The Blinding of False Light (Innerpartysystem remix) 4:18
  • 10 Wrath Upon Ourselves (Benjamin Weinman remix) 2:25
  • 11 Confined (Kelly "Carnage" Cairns remix) 3:51
  • 12 Elegy (Big Chocolate remix) 4:20

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