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Etched in Blood

The Dreaming · 2008

40 min · 12 tracks · industrial rock

A relentless fusion of industrial rhythms and haunting melodies that dissect personal struggles and societal issues.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Bullet — This track combines aggressive instrumentals with a powerful narrative about confronting inner demons, encapsulating the album's thematic core.
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    Ugly (Beautiful) — The juxtaposition of beauty and ugliness in this song captures a sense of vulnerability, making it a standout moment in the album's emotional landscape.
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    Eating Me Alive — With its driving beat and introspective lyrics, this track exemplifies the struggle between personal pain and resilience, resonating deeply within the overall narrative.
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    Make it Go Away — This song's haunting melody combined with its thematic plea for escape underscores the album's exploration of despair and longing for relief.

Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

  • Disconnected

    A shift occurs when the singer articulates feelings of isolation by directly addressing an unseen presence, intensifying the song's emotional weight.

    This direct address breaks from earlier abstractions in the album, creating a stark contrast that heightens the sense of urgency and desperation.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Dead to Me 2:56
  • 2 Bullet 2:48
  • 3 Ugly (Beautiful) 3:07
  • 4 Let it Burn 3:42
  • 5 Sticks & Stones 2:59
  • 6 Bleed 3:44
  • 7 Become Like You 4:08
  • 8 Disconnected 3:03
  • 9 Eating Me Alive 2:59
  • 10 What Do You Want 3:40
  • 11 Make it Go Away 4:08
  • 12 Send Me An Angel 3:32

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