Elite
Within the Ruins · 2013
39 min · 11 tracks · deathcore
Razor-sharp guitar riffs intertwine with relentless drumming, creating a chaotic yet precise sound that defines modern deathcore.
Top tracks — play these first
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Feeding Frenzy — This track exemplifies the band's trademark blend of aggression and melodic elements, anchoring the album with its infectious chorus and intricate breakdowns.
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New Holy War — The song's dynamic shifts between brutal verses and soaring melodies highlight the band's range while addressing themes of conflict and strife.
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Elite — As the title track, it encapsulates the album's essence with a relentless pace and showcases the band's technical skill through complex riffing.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases technical proficiency and varied songwriting within the deathcore genre, making it a solid entry in their discography.
What we noticed
- Vocals alternate between guttural growls and high-pitched screams, often layered to create a dense vocal texture.
- Several tracks incorporate breakdowns that serve as dynamic contrasts, allowing for both aggression and moments of melodic introspection.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. 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
- short bursts of frenetic energy
- intense moments of cathartic release
- focused listening during workouts
- dynamic shifts in momentum
Maybe skip if you
- prefer calm, soothing sounds
- seek lengthy, immersive albums
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on January 1, 2013, 'Elite' is Within the Ruins' third studio album and marks their continued evolution in the deathcore genre following their previous album, 'Invade.' At this point, the band was solidifying their presence in the metal scene and refining their sonic identity with more technical instrumentation.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Thy Art Is Murder· Fit for an Autopsy· Carnifex
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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I, Blaspheme
A climactic shift occurs when the lyrics confront authority figures directly, challenging dogma with a fervent tone.
This moment signifies a bold thematic pivot within the song, breaking from earlier reflections to confront oppressive structures head-on.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Terminal 1:09
- 2 Solace 3:00
- 3 Feeding Frenzy 3:43
- 4 New Holy War 3:44
- 5 The Charm 3:28
- 6 Ataxia II 5:11
- 7 Elite 3:31
- 8 I, Blaspheme 3:50
- 9 Absolute Hell 3:44
- 10 Weightless 3:27
- 11 Dreamland 4:41
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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