Released 12 years ago this October
Hang
Lagwagon · 2014
38 min · 12 tracks · hardcore punk
Melodic hardcore riffs collide with introspective lyrics, creating a sound both urgent and reflective.
Top tracks — play these first
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Burden of Proof — This opening track sets the tone for the album with its brisk pace and sharp lyrics about accountability, encapsulating the band's core themes.
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Obsolete Absolute — A standout for its lyrical complexity and extended runtime, this track delves into existential themes, showcasing a more mature songwriting approach.
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One More Song — With its catchy hooks and reflective lyrics about the passage of time, this track perfectly balances the band's melodic sensibilities with punk energy.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album balances urgent riffs with reflective lyrics, showcasing a solid return for Lagwagon after a long hiatus.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album features fast-paced tracks with aggressive riffs, while the second half shifts to more melodic and introspective themes.
- Several songs incorporate tempo changes within their structures, creating dynamic contrasts between verses and choruses.
- The lyrics often reflect personal struggles and societal issues, adding depth to the energetic instrumentation.
- 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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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
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
- steady mid-tempo engagement
- raw energy for personal reflection
- urgent themes of societal critique
- short bursts of emotional release
Maybe skip if you
- prefer lengthy tracks
- seek instant gratification
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2014, Hang was Lagwagon's first album in nearly nine years, coming after a lengthy hiatus following their previous studio album, Resolve. The band had navigated lineup changes and the loss of their longtime bassist, which influenced the emotional depth present in this record.
- Stylistic neighbors
- No Use for a Name· Pennywise· Bad Religion
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Obsolete Absolute
The bridge features an abrupt shift in melody that underscores a moment of realization about personal futility.
This structural change amplifies the song's themes of disillusionment and self-reflection, reinforcing the emotional weight carried throughout the album.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Burden of Proof 0:56
- 2 Reign 3:21
- 3 Made of Broken Parts 2:20
- 4 The Cog in the Machine 3:38
- 5 Poison in the Well 2:33
- 6 Obsolete Absolute 6:11
- 7 Western Settlements 3:07
- 8 Burning Out in Style 2:55
- 9 One More Song 3:19
- 10 Drag 2:19
- 11 You Know Me 4:17
- 12 In Your Wake 3:55
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