What makes Engrave by Amulet notable?

Upon its release, Engrave garnered attention for its fierce musicality and critique of societal norms, becoming a notable entry in the 90s hardcore punk landscape. The album helped solidify Amulet's presence in the underground punk scene, influencing subsequent Norwegian punk bands with its unapologetic approach. Engrave is Amulet's debut album, released in 1996 as they emerged from the burgeoning Norwegian punk scene. At this point, the band was establishing their identity amidst a wave of regional acts, showcasing their aggressive sound and social commentary.

How many songs are on Engrave?

Engrave has 9 tracks, running approximately 27 minutes.

Released 30 years ago

Engrave

Amulet · 1996

27 min · 9 tracks · hardcore punk

A raw and unfiltered blast of hardcore punk energy fueled by relentless rhythms and scathing vocals.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Come On — This opening track encapsulates the album’s aggressive energy with driving rhythms and an urgent call to action that sets the tone for the entire record.
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Mr. Incognito — With its fast-paced tempo and sharp lyrics, this track exemplifies the band's knack for blending catchy hooks with hardcore intensity, making it a fan favorite.
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Comfort Zone — This track explores themes of disillusionment with a compelling melody that contrasts its raw energy, showcasing the band's lyrical depth within a hardcore framework.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

50 /100

Foothills

Higher than 23% of albums we've rated

Engrave delivers intense hardcore punk energy with aggressive vocals and relentless rhythms, establishing its place in the genre.

What we noticed

The album opens with a fast-paced track that sets a relentless tempo, which is maintained through the first half before slowing slightly in the latter tracks.
Vocals are delivered in a harsh, aggressive style, often layered with backing shouts that emphasize the confrontational themes.
Each song typically features short durations, averaging around two minutes, contributing to the album's overall intensity and urgency.

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

Influence 4/10

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.

Tracklist

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

1 Come On 2:57
2 Mr. Incognito 2:32
3 Moving 3:56
4 Comfort Zone 2:52
5 Cliche Destination 3:30
6 Vowel 4:01
7 Our King That Day 3:30
8 You Keep Me Hanging On 2:11
9 Street Kid 1:35

What to play next

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