Fallen
Evanescence · 2003
48 min · 12 tracks · alternative rock
A haunting blend of symphonic melodies and heavy guitar riffs intertwine with emotionally charged vocals.
Top tracks — play these first
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Bring Me to Life — This track served as the band's breakout hit, known for its powerful blend of classical piano and hard rock elements, showcasing Amy Lee's soaring vocals.
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My Immortal — An emotional ballad that highlights the band's ability to convey deep vulnerability through its haunting piano arrangement and poignant lyrics about loss.
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Going Under Start here — This song features a driving rhythm and darker themes, encapsulating the struggle against internal demons while demonstrating the band's signature sound.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
Evanescence's 'Fallen' combines symphonic elements with rock, showcasing strong songwriting and emotional depth.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a strong lead track that features heavy guitar riffs and orchestral elements, setting a dramatic tone.
- Vocals alternate between powerful belting and softer, more vulnerable moments, particularly in tracks like 'My Immortal' and 'Haunted'.
- Several tracks incorporate dynamic shifts, moving from quiet verses to explosive choruses, creating an emotional rollercoaster.
- The last three tracks maintain a slower tempo, allowing for a reflective conclusion to the album.
- Composition 25% of the score
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8/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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7/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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8/10
- 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
Significant within its genre. 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
- wave-like emotional fluctuations
- haunting melodies for reflection
- cathartic vocal crescendos
- intimate moments of vulnerability
Maybe skip if you
- prefer upbeat, fast-paced music
- seek purely instrumental tracks
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — This album established Evanescence's mainstream reputation and success.
- Career context
- Released on March 4, 2003, 'Fallen' was Evanescence's debut studio album, following their independently released EP 'Origin'. The album catapulted the band into mainstream success, establishing them as a significant force in the early 2000s rock scene.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Within Temptation· Nightwish· Lacuna Coil
Tracklist
- 1 Going Under Start here 3:34
- 2 Bring Me to Life 3:57
- 3 Everybody’s Fool 3:15
- 4 My Immortal 4:24
- 5 Haunted 3:06
- 6 Tourniquet 4:38
- 7 Imaginary 4:17
- 8 Taking Over Me 3:49
- 9 Hello 3:40
- 10 My Last Breath 4:07
- 11 Whisper 5:30
- 12 My Immortal (band version) 4:33
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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