Echo
Of Mice & Men · 2021
39 min · 10 tracks · alternative metal
A dynamic blend of post-hardcore energy and melodic introspection, driven by powerful riffs and emotionally charged vocals.
Top tracks — play these first
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Timeless Start here — As the opening track, 'Timeless' sets an aggressive tone for the album, combining intense guitar work with introspective lyrics that explore themes of existence.
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Levee — 'Levee' showcases the band's ability to balance heavy riffs with melodic hooks, creating a standout moment that highlights both aggression and vulnerability.
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Fighting Gravity — This track encapsulates the emotional core of the album, featuring poignant lyrics about overcoming challenges framed by soaring melodies and powerful instrumentals.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends heavy and melodic elements effectively but lacks a strong cohesive narrative throughout.
What we noticed
- The first three tracks feature aggressive guitar riffs and high-energy vocals, establishing a strong opening before transitioning to more melodic elements in the following songs.
- Several tracks incorporate dynamic shifts between heavy instrumentation and softer, introspective moments, creating a contrast that engages the listener.
- The album closes with a cover of 'Helplessly Hoping', which introduces an acoustic arrangement that diverges from the heavier sound of earlier tracks.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo engagement
- reflective moments of resilience
- dynamic emotional contrasts
- uplifting anthems for introspection
Maybe skip if you
- prefer instant gratification tracks
- seek purely upbeat energy
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Late Career Highlight — Shows continued vitality and evolution after lineup changes.
- Career context
- Released on December 3, 2021, 'Echo' is Of Mice & Men's seventh studio album, following the band's musical evolution marked by lineup changes. After the departure of original bassist and vocalist Phil Manansala, the band solidified their sound with this release, showcasing a stronger emphasis on melody alongside their signature heaviness.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Parkway Drive· Architects· August Burns Red
Tracklist
- 1 Timeless Start here 4:07
- 2 Obsolete 4:26
- 3 Anchor 3:57
- 4 Levee 4:50
- 5 Bloom 4:18
- 6 Pulling Teeth 3:20
- 7 Mosaic 3:11
- 8 Fighting Gravity 4:56
- 9 Echo 3:18
- 10 Helplessly Hoping 2:53
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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