What makes Disgusting by Beartooth notable?

The album made a significant impact on the metalcore genre, charting at number 48 on the Billboard 200 and earning praise for its honest exploration of mental health struggles. Disgusting resonated with fans, establishing Beartooth as a prominent voice in contemporary heavy music. Disgusting is Beartooth's debut album, marking the beginning of their rise in the alternative metal scene. Released in 2014, it followed frontman Caleb Shomo's tenure with Attack Attack! and showcased his transition into a more personal songwriting approach.

Who is Disgusting for?

Disgusting works well if you're into cathartic release of pent-up emotions, steady energetic flow throughout and introspective lyrics with aggressive sound.

How many songs are on Disgusting?

Disgusting has 12 tracks, running approximately 42 minutes.

Disgusting

Beartooth · 2014

42 min · 12 tracks · hardcore punk

A raw and explosive blend of metalcore and hardcore punk, driven by aggressive riffs and intense emotional vulnerability.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Body Bag — This track exemplifies the album’s blend of aggression and vulnerability, featuring powerful lyrics about grappling with self-worth and mental health.
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I Have a Problem — With its catchy chorus and candid exploration of addiction, this song captures the essence of the album’s themes of struggle and redemption.
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Keep Your American Dream — This track critiques societal expectations while maintaining an infectious energy, making it a standout anthem for disillusioned youth.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

53 /100

Foothills

Higher than 40% of albums we've rated

The album combines aggressive energy with personal themes, making it impactful within its genre.

What we noticed

The album opens with a high-energy track that sets a fast pace, maintaining intensity through the first half before introducing slower, more introspective moments.
Lyrically, the album frequently addresses themes of mental health and personal struggle, often using direct and raw language.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 6/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 7/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 5/10

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

cathartic release of pent-up emotions
steady energetic flow throughout
introspective lyrics with aggressive sound
for workout motivation

Maybe skip if you

prefer mellow and soft sounds
seek instant gratification tracks

Where this album fits

Career context: Disgusting is Beartooth's debut album, marking the beginning of their rise in the alternative metal scene. Released in 2014, it followed frontman Caleb Shomo's tenure with Attack Attack! and showcased his transition into a more personal songwriting approach.
Stylistic neighbors: The Amity Affliction· Architects· Parkway Drive