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Dying Is Your Latest Fashion

Escape the Fate · 2006

43 min · 11 tracks · hard rock · metalcore · post-hardcore

A chaotic blend of post-hardcore energy and emo introspection wrapped in melodic hooks.

Why this album works

The album garnered significant attention in the emo and metalcore scenes, peaking at number 143 on the Billboard 200 and establishing Escape the Fate as a prominent act. It led to critical acclaim from outlets like Alternative Press and Kerrang!, further solidifying its influence on the genre and inspiring a generation of similar bands.
Career context
Released on January 1, 2006, 'Dying Is Your Latest Fashion' marks Escape the Fate's debut album, setting the stage for their rise within the post-hardcore scene. At this time, the band was gaining traction following their formation in 2004 and subsequent lineup stabilization, which included lead vocalist Craig Mabbitt after the departure of original frontman Ronnie Radke.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 The Webs We Weave 2:53
  • 2 When I Go Out, I Want to Go Out on a Chariot of Fire 4:01
  • 3 Situations Standout 3:07
  • 4 The Guillotine Standout 4:32
  • 5 Reverse This Curse 3:40
  • 6 Cellar Door 4:35
  • 7 There’s No Sympathy for the Dead 5:25
  • 8 My Apocalypse 4:43
  • 9 Friends and Alibis 4:10
  • 10 Not Good Enough for Truth in Cliche 3:51
  • 11 The Day I Left the Womb 2:24

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