Eyes Set to Kill
Eyes Set to Kill · 2018
41 min · 13 tracks · punk rock
A visceral blend of punk-inflected melodies and confessional lyrics that captures both urgency and introspection.
Top tracks — play these first
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Die Trying — This track exemplifies the album's thematic struggle with vulnerability and resilience through its driving beat and anthemic chorus.
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Not Sorry — With its catchy hooks and confrontational lyrics, this song encapsulates the defiance and self-empowerment central to the band's message.
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Survive — The emotional intensity of this track highlights the internal battles faced by the narrator, making it a standout moment of reflection on the album.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album combines energetic punk melodies with introspective lyrics, showcasing solid craftsmanship but lacking standout moments.
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 melodic elements.
- The lyrics across the album delve into personal themes of struggle and resilience, often using vivid imagery to convey emotional weight.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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5/10
- 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
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 flow throughout
- cathartic moments of release
- sing-along anthems with friends
- reflective lyrics for introspection
Maybe skip if you
- prefer fast-paced instant gratification
- dislike cohesive album experiences
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Eyes Set to Kill was released as the band's fourth studio album, following their 2013 effort, 'Masks.' At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their sound and exploring more personal themes after lineup changes that shifted their musical direction. The album marked a return to form with a focus on emotional authenticity amidst punk rock sensibilities.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Word Alive· We Came as Romans· Tonight Alive
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Burn Down 0:53
- 2 Die Trying 3:35
- 3 Not Sorry 3:46
- 4 Break 3:09
- 5 Survive 3:15
- 6 Never Forget 3:36
- 7 Saved You With a Lie 3:25
- 8 Devastated 4:01
- 9 Letting Go 3:45
- 10 Drift Away 3:17
- 11 Misery 3:08
- 12 Voices 2:46
- 13 Who We Used to Be 2:58
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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