From the North
Raised Fist · 2015
32 min · 11 tracks · hardcore punk
Frenzied hardcore punk energy collides with introspective lyrics, creating a raw and powerful listening experience.
Top tracks — play these first
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Flow — Opening with an explosive intensity, this track sets the tone for the album's relentless energy and urgency, establishing themes of resilience.
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We Will Live Forever — This anthem encapsulates the album's spirit of defiance and hope, combining powerful riffs with compelling lyrics that resonate deeply with listeners.
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Depression — Tackling mental health issues head-on, this track stands out for its honest portrayal of struggle, offering catharsis through its raw emotional delivery.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album balances intense energy with introspective moments, showcasing strong songwriting and varied vocal delivery.
What we noticed
- The first three tracks maintain a relentless tempo and aggressive instrumentation, while the fourth track introduces a slower, more contemplative pace.
- Several songs feature alternating vocal styles, with harsh screams juxtaposed against melodic singing, creating dynamic shifts within tracks.
- The album closes with two tracks that gradually decrease in intensity, allowing for a reflective conclusion after the preceding frenetic energy.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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8/10
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- frenzied bursts of energy
- introspective lyrics with urgency
- short tracks for quick bursts
- cathartic release in chaos
Maybe skip if you
- prefer mellow, extended pieces
- seek polished, studio perfection
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on January 19, 2015, 'From the North' is Raised Fist's fifth studio album, following their critically acclaimed 'Veil of Ignorance' from 2006. The band was returning after a significant hiatus of nearly a decade, showcasing a matured sound while maintaining their hardcore roots.
- Stylistic neighbors
- H2O· Earth Crisis· Strike Anywhere
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Flow 2:57
- 2 Chaos 2:38
- 3 Man & Earth 3:51
- 4 In Circles 2:43
- 5 We Will Live Forever 3:13
- 6 Sanctions 2:18
- 7 Ready to Defy 3:23
- 8 Depression 3:06
- 9 Gates 2:11
- 10 Until the End 2:57
- 11 Unsinkable 3:00
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