Top tracks — play these first
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10 Signs You Should Leave — This track exemplifies the band's signature blend of catchy hooks and crushing heaviness, showcasing their ability to balance melody with aggression.
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When Keeping It Real Goes Wrong — With its sharp lyrical commentary on authenticity versus facade, this song highlights Emmure's knack for blending personal narrative with hardcore intensity.
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It’s Not Just a Party, It’s a Funeral — The anthemic chorus and relentless energy of this track make it a standout representation of the album's overall tone, emphasizing themes of despair and recklessness.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album combines aggressive riffs with chaotic breakdowns, establishing a strong presence in the metalcore scene.
What we noticed
- The album features aggressive guitar riffs that are consistently accompanied by chaotic breakdowns, creating a relentless sonic assault.
- Vocals alternate between guttural screams and raw, unfiltered lyrics that reflect a sense of urgency and emotional intensity.
- Tracks often employ abrupt tempo changes, shifting from fast-paced sections to slower, heavier breakdowns without warning.
- 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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7/10
- 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
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
- short bursts of chaotic energy
- cathartic release through aggression
- frantic pacing with relentless intensity
- headbanging anthems for live shows
Maybe skip if you
- prefer mellow, soothing sounds
- want extended, immersive journeys
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on January 1, 2007, Goodbye to the Gallows marked Emmure's debut album, establishing their presence in the metalcore scene. The band was emerging from the underground circuit, gaining attention for their intense live performances and distinctive sound that blended elements of nu metal and hardcore.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Acacia Strain· Fit for a King· Thy Art Is Murder
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 A Ticket for the Paralyzer 0:50
- 2 10 Signs You Should Leave 3:18
- 3 When Keeping It Real Goes Wrong 3:17
- 4 Rusted Over Wet Dreams 3:08
- 5 You Got a Henna Tattoo That Said Forever 3:23
- 6 Travis Bickle 2:06
- 7 Sleeping Princess in Devil's Castle 3:35
- 8 The Key to Keeping the Show Fresh Is… I’m Dead 2:45
- 9 It’s Not Just a Party, It’s a Funeral 3:05
- 10 When Everything Goes Wrong, Take the Easy Way Out 4:02
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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