What does Explosions sound like?

A cathartic blend of post-grunge angst and melodic hooks, driven by raw emotion and powerful instrumentation. Rooted in alternative rock and post-grunge. Start with "So Called Life".

Is Explosions a good place to start with Three Days Grace?

Yes, Explosions is recommended as a starting point for new Three Days Grace listeners. A cathartic blend of post-grunge angst and melodic hooks, driven by raw emotion and powerful instrumentation. Explosions marks Three Days Grace's sixth studio album and the first since the return of lead vocalist Adam Gontier. Released in 2022, it comes after a hiatus that allowed the band to refocus their sound while maintaining their signature intensity.

Who is Explosions for?

Explosions works well if you're into steady mid-tempo emotional flow, raw intensity with polished production and resilient themes of inner turmoil.

How many songs are on Explosions?

Explosions has 12 tracks, running approximately 37 minutes.

Explosions

Three Days Grace · 2022

37 min · 12 tracks · alternative rock

A cathartic blend of post-grunge angst and melodic hooks, driven by raw emotion and powerful instrumentation.

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Top tracks — play these first

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So Called Life Start here — This opening track sets the tone with its driving rhythm and introspective lyrics about navigating life's challenges, embodying the album’s core themes.
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I Am the Weapon — With its aggressive instrumentation and empowering message, this track stands out as an anthem of self-assertion and resilience against adversity.
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Champion — This song captures a spirit of determination and triumph, featuring soaring melodies that resonate with listeners seeking motivation during tough times.
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Lifetime — The reflective nature of this track delves into themes of memory and loss, showcasing a more vulnerable side of the band’s songwriting.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

54 /100

Foothills

Higher than 43% of albums we've rated

The album combines energetic tracks with introspective moments, showcasing solid songwriting and emotional delivery.

What we noticed

The first three tracks maintain a high energy level with driving guitar riffs and aggressive vocals, while the fourth track introduces a slower tempo and more introspective lyrics.
Several songs feature a call-and-response vocal structure between the lead singer and backing vocals, enhancing the emotional intensity of the delivery.
The album closes with the title track, which features a gradual build-up in instrumentation before culminating in a powerful climax, creating a sense of resolution.

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

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.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

steady mid-tempo emotional flow
raw intensity with polished production
resilient themes of inner turmoil
short bursts of cathartic energy

Maybe skip if you

prefer instant gratification tracks
seek purely upbeat experiences

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Late Career Highlight — Shows continued vitality and relevance after a significant hiatus.
Themes: life's challenges· self-assertion anthems· memory and loss
Career context: Explosions marks Three Days Grace's sixth studio album and the first since the return of lead vocalist Adam Gontier. Released in 2022, it comes after a hiatus that allowed the band to refocus their sound while maintaining their signature intensity.
Stylistic neighbors: Breaking Benjamin· Seether· Shinedown