What makes Graveyard Shift by Motionless in White notable?

The album debuted at number 27 on the Billboard 200 chart, marking a significant commercial achievement for the band. Furthermore, its single 'Rats' gained notable traction on radio and streaming platforms, becoming one of their defining tracks and showcasing their ability to blend mainstream appeal with heavy music. Graveyard Shift arrived as Motionless in White's fourth studio album, following the commercially successful Infamous (2012) and their popular concept record, Creatures (2010). By this point, the band had solidified their presence in the metalcore scene, showcasing a mix of heavy riffs and gothic influences while experimenting with their sound to reach broader audiences.

Who is Graveyard Shift for?

Graveyard Shift works well if you're into steady energy for workout motivation, haunting melodies for late-night drives and aggressive anthems for cathartic release.

How many songs are on Graveyard Shift?

Graveyard Shift has 12 tracks, running approximately 48 minutes.

Graveyard Shift

Motionless in White · 2017

48 min · 12 tracks · metalcore

A visceral blend of aggressive metalcore and haunting melodies, driven by dark lyrical themes and dynamic instrumentation.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Rats — This track exemplifies the band's signature sound, combining aggressive instrumentation with an infectious chorus that captures both intensity and catchiness.
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Voices — With its introspective lyrics and haunting melody, this song delves into mental health themes, showcasing the band's lyrical depth alongside their musical energy.
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Eternally Yours — This closing track highlights emotional vulnerability through its lush arrangements and poignant lyrics, contrasting sharply with the album's heavier moments.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

50 /100

Foothills

Higher than 23% of albums we've rated

The album showcases strong writing and dynamic shifts but lacks a fully cohesive flow across its length.

What we noticed

The first three tracks maintain a high-energy tempo with aggressive guitar riffs and intense vocals, while the fourth track introduces a slower, more melodic section.
Several tracks feature contrasting dynamics, alternating between heavy breakdowns and softer, atmospheric passages.
The album includes recurring lyrical themes of darkness and struggle, often conveyed through vivid imagery in the verses.

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

Influence 3/10

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.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

steady energy for workout motivation
haunting melodies for late-night drives
aggressive anthems for cathartic release
consistent pacing for focused listening
relentless sound for intense moments

Maybe skip if you

prefer light, airy soundscapes
seek instant gratification tracks

Where this album fits

Career context: Graveyard Shift arrived as Motionless in White's fourth studio album, following the commercially successful Infamous (2012) and their popular concept record, Creatures (2010). By this point, the band had solidified their presence in the metalcore scene, showcasing a mix of heavy riffs and gothic influences while experimenting with their sound to reach broader audiences.
Stylistic neighbors: Black Veil Brides· Ice Nine Kills· Asking Alexandria