What makes Deep Blue by Parkway Drive notable?

'Deep Blue' received critical acclaim for its ambitious sound and lyrical depth, debuting at number 2 on the ARIA Albums Chart. The album marked a pivotal moment in the band's career, showcasing their evolution while influencing a new wave of metalcore bands with its blend of aggression and melody. Released on January 1, 2007, 'Deep Blue' is Parkway Drive's third studio album, following their breakthrough record 'Horizons.' At this point in their career, they were solidifying their status as a leading force in the metalcore scene, having gained significant traction with their previous releases and extensive touring.

Who is Deep Blue for?

Deep Blue works well if you're into dynamic progression with peaks, cathartic bursts of intensity and relentless energy for workouts.

How many songs are on Deep Blue?

Deep Blue has 13 tracks, running approximately 43 minutes.

Deep Blue

Parkway Drive · 2007

43 min · 13 tracks · heavy metal

A relentless blend of crushing riffs and melodic interludes, encapsulating the intensity of metalcore with emotional depth.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Samsara — Opening the album with a haunting instrumental piece, 'Samsara' sets an atmospheric tone before plunging into heavier tracks. Its juxtaposition of serene sounds with impending chaos reflects the thematic depth of the entire record.
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Deadweight — 'Deadweight' stands out for its combination of aggressive vocals and intricate guitar work, addressing themes of struggle and resilience. The track's dynamic shifts showcase Parkway Drive's ability to balance heaviness with melodious elements.
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Home Is for the Heartless — This track exemplifies the album's emotional core, tackling themes of isolation and disconnection through powerful lyrics and an anthemic chorus. It resonates as one of the more introspective moments on the record.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

59 /100

Treeline

Higher than 57% of albums we've rated

The album balances aggressive metalcore with melodic elements, showcasing strong craftsmanship and solid songwriting.

What we noticed

The album opens with a high-energy track that features rapid-fire drumming and aggressive guitar riffs, setting a relentless pace.
Melodic interludes are strategically placed between heavier sections, providing contrast and allowing the intensity to build.
Several tracks incorporate breakdowns that shift the rhythm dramatically, creating moments of tension and release.
The final track features a gradual fade-out, leaving an echoing sense of finality that contrasts with the preceding aggression.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 8/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 6/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 7/10

Influence 6/10

Significant within its genre. 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.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

dynamic progression with peaks
cathartic bursts of intensity
relentless energy for workouts
introspective moments between chaos

Maybe skip if you

prefer calm and steady sounds
want simplistic, straightforward tracks

Where this album fits

Career context: Released on January 1, 2007, 'Deep Blue' is Parkway Drive's third studio album, following their breakthrough record 'Horizons.' At this point in their career, they were solidifying their status as a leading force in the metalcore scene, having gained significant traction with their previous releases and extensive touring.
Stylistic neighbors: August Burns Red· Killswitch Engage· As I Lay Dying