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Disclaimer II

Seether · 2004

72 min · 19 tracks · hard rock

A gritty blend of post-grunge angst and melodic hard rock, capturing raw emotion through powerful instrumentation and vocals.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Broken — This track features hauntingly vulnerable lyrics that resonate with listeners, backed by an emotional duet that amplifies its impact. It became a defining anthem for the band's identity and helped them reach mainstream audiences.
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    Gasoline Start here — With its driving rhythm and intense vocal delivery, this track encapsulates the frustration and chaos of inner turmoil, setting the tone for the album's exploration of darker themes.
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    Driven Under — 'Driven Under' blends heavy guitar riffs with introspective lyrics, representing a pivotal moment in the album where vulnerability meets aggression, showcasing Seether's signature sound.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

54 /100
Foothills
Higher than 43% of albums we've rated

The album blends aggressive instrumentation with melodic elements, showcasing Seether's post-grunge sound effectively.

What we noticed

  • The album opens with a high-energy track, 'Gasoline', and maintains a consistent mid-tempo pace through the first half before introducing slower ballads.
  • Several tracks feature heavy guitar riffs paired with melodic choruses, creating a contrast between aggression and melody.
  • The last three tracks slow down significantly, with 'Broken' serving as a poignant closer that shifts the emotional tone of the album.
Composition 25% of the score
7/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
6/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
6/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
6/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
7/10

running order, pacing, length

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

  • wave-like emotional dynamics
  • introspective reflections with intensity
  • cathartic release through guitar riffs
  • for late-night drives
  • raw energy for personal moments

Maybe skip if you

  • seekers of instant gratification
  • prefer standalone hit singles

Where this album fits

In the catalog
Breakthrough — This album established Seether's reputation and gained them mainstream recognition.
Themes
post-grunge angst· inner turmoil chaos
Career context
Released on June 15, 2004, Disclaimer II was Seether's breakthrough album following their 2002 debut, exposing their sound to a larger audience. The album solidified their place in the post-grunge movement, showcasing the band's evolution as they refined their style and lyrical themes.
Stylistic neighbors
Creed· Breaking Benjamin· Three Days Grace

Tracklist

  • 1 Gasoline Start here 2:49
  • 2 69 Tea 3:32
  • 3 Fine Again 4:05
  • 4 Needles 3:26
  • 5 Driven Under 4:33
  • 6 Pride 4:07
  • 7 Sympathetic 4:11
  • 8 Your Bore 3:58
  • 9 Fade Away 3:53
  • 10 Pig 3:30
  • 11 Fuck It 2:57
  • 13 Sold Me 3:41
  • 14 Cigarettes 3:11
  • 15 Love Her 4:11
  • 16 Take Me Away 3:56
  • 17 Got It Made 5:10
  • 18 Out of My Way 3:52
  • 19 Hang On 3:11
  • 20 Broken 4:18

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