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Forever Scorned

It Dies Today · 2002

29 min · 6 tracks · punk rock

A raw blend of aggressive punk energy and emotional introspection drives the anthems on this debut album.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Sentiments of You — This opening track sets the tone for the album, showcasing a dynamic range between melodic verses and heavy choruses that encapsulate the band's sound.
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    Bridges Left Burning — The track features emotionally charged lyrics paired with intense instrumentation, illustrating the band's ability to merge vulnerability with aggression.
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    Forever Scorned — As the title track, it embodies the album's central themes of heartbreak and anger, delivering an unforgettable chorus that highlights their lyrical prowess.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

48 /100
Foothills
Higher than 19% of albums we've rated

The EP blends aggressive punk with emotional depth, showcasing solid songwriting and performance within its genre.

What we noticed

  • The first three tracks maintain a high-energy tempo with aggressive guitar riffs and driving drums, while the fourth track introduces a slower, more introspective pace.
  • Vocal delivery alternates between harsh screams and melodic singing, creating a dynamic contrast throughout the EP.
  • The final two tracks feature extended instrumental sections that emphasize emotional weight, particularly in the guitar work.
Composition 25% of the score
6/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
7/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
5/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
6/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
6/10

running order, pacing, length

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.

Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

  • Blood Stained Bedsheet Burden

    In this track, the narrative shifts from passive reflection to a confrontational stance against betrayal.

    This shift not only intensifies the emotional stakes but also showcases a structural choice that contrasts vulnerability with assertiveness.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Sentiments of You 4:37
  • 2 Bridges Left Burning 4:08
  • 3 The Requiem for Broken Hearts 5:38
  • 4 Forever Scorned 3:55
  • 5 Blood Stained Bedsheet Burden 5:32
  • 6 A Romance by the Wings of Icarus 5:31

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