What makes Graveyard of Empires by Evans Blue notable?

The album debuted at number 18 on the Billboard Hard Rock Albums chart, showcasing the band's ability to maintain commercial presence despite lineup changes. Critics noted its thematic depth and musical evolution, contributing to discussions around the genre's direction in the early 2010s. Graveyard of Empires is Evans Blue's fourth studio album, released in 2012 after the departure of their original lead vocalist. This marked a significant transition for the band as they sought to redefine their sound with new influences and a fresh lineup, positioning themselves for continued relevance in the alt-rock scene.

Who is Graveyard of Empires for?

Graveyard of Empires works well if you're into cathartic release with anthemic choruses, introspective reflections on personal struggles and short tracks for quick engagement.

How many songs are on Graveyard of Empires?

Graveyard of Empires has 12 tracks, running approximately 42 minutes.

Graveyard of Empires

Evans Blue · 2012

42 min · 12 tracks · alternative rock

A fusion of driving alternative rock and introspective lyrics, capturing a struggle between despair and resilience.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Graveyard of Empires — The title track encapsulates the album's central themes of conflict and existential reflection, presenting a haunting melody paired with poignant lyrics that explore personal and societal struggles.
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Crawl Inside — This track stands out for its dynamic instrumentation and emotional delivery, illustrating the tension between vulnerability and the desire for connection amidst chaos.
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Warrior — With anthemic choruses and empowering lyrics, 'Warrior' serves as a rallying cry for perseverance, making it a powerful highlight that resonates with listeners facing adversity.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

46 /100

Foothills

Higher than 10% of albums we've rated

The album showcases solid songwriting and production but lacks standout elements that would elevate it further.

What we noticed

The first half of the album maintains a consistent mid-tempo pace, while the second half introduces more varied tempos and dynamics.
Several tracks feature layered vocal harmonies that create a sense of depth and emotional resonance.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
Craft 20% of the score: 7/10
Durability 25% of the score: 5/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 5/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 6/10

Influence 2/10

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

cathartic release with anthemic choruses
introspective reflections on personal struggles
short tracks for quick engagement
dynamic shifts in emotional intensity

Maybe skip if you

seekers of slow, sound
prefer lengthy, immersive compositions

Where this album fits

Career context: Graveyard of Empires is Evans Blue's fourth studio album, released in 2012 after the departure of their original lead vocalist. This marked a significant transition for the band as they sought to redefine their sound with new influences and a fresh lineup, positioning themselves for continued relevance in the alt-rock scene.
Stylistic neighbors: Red Sun Rising· Breaking Benjamin· Three Days Grace