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Declaration of a Headhunter

Stuck Mojo · 2000

43 min · 14 tracks · nu metal

A gritty blend of aggressive riffs and rhythmic verses captures the raw energy of nu metal and rap influences.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Hatebreed — This track exemplifies the band's ability to merge heavy guitar riffs with aggressive vocal delivery, capturing the essence of their nu metal identity.
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    Give War a Chance — This song stands out for its bold political message, combining catchy hooks with incisive lyrics that critique contemporary conflict and militarism.
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    Feel It Comin' Down — With its dynamic shifts between melodic sections and crushing breakdowns, this track showcases the band's versatility and depth within the genre.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

48 /100
Foothills
Higher than 19% of albums we've rated

The album showcases energetic compositions and varied vocal styles typical of nu metal but lacks standout depth.

What we noticed

  • The album opens with a high-energy track that sets a fast pace, maintaining aggressive riffs and rhythmic verses throughout the first half.
  • Several tracks feature alternating vocal styles, blending rap verses with heavy metal choruses, creating a dynamic contrast.
  • The last three tracks slow down the tempo significantly, providing a contrasting emotional weight to the preceding aggression.
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
6/10

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 A Lesson in Insensitivity 0:55
  • 2 Hatebreed 3:16
  • 3 Set the Tone 3:28
  • 4 April 29th 0:44
  • 5 Raise the Deadman 3:51
  • 6 Drawing Blood 3:57
  • 7 An Open Letter 2:00
  • 8 Give War a Chance 4:22
  • 9 Feel It Comin' Down 5:03
  • 10 The One 3:22
  • 11 Evilution 3:19
  • 12 Declaration 1:58
  • 13 The Ward Is My Shepherd 3:07
  • 14 Walk the Line 3:42

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