Hollow
Alice in Chains · 2012
5 min · 1 track · alternative rock
A haunting exploration of emptiness, blending heavy riffs with Alice in Chains' signature harmonies and dark lyrical themes.
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Hollow — As the lead single, Hollow captures the essence of the album with its introspective lyrics and heavy instrumentation, embodying the band's signature style.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The single showcases strong contrasts in dynamics and atmosphere but lacks the depth of a full album.
What we noticed
- The track features a slow, brooding tempo with heavy guitar riffs that create a dense atmosphere.
- Vocals alternate between a clean melodic style and a more aggressive delivery, adding dynamic contrast.
- The song structure includes a gradual build-up, leading to an intense climax before tapering off.
- 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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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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4/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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.
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Deep Cut — A solid single that fits within the band's catalog but isn't widely recognized.
- Themes
- post-grunge melancholy· loss and absence· heavy riffs of emptiness
- Career context
- Released in late 2012, Hollow was part of Alice in Chains' comeback effort following their 2009 album Black Gives Way to Blue. This album marked a significant moment in the band's evolution, as they sought to redefine their sound while honoring their legacy after the loss of original frontman Layne Staley.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Soundgarden· Stone Temple Pilots· Pearl Jam
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Hollow 5:42
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
King Animal
Soundgarden
Shares a similar heavy riffing and dark lyrical themes reflecting on loss and introspection.
Perdida
Stone Temple Pilots
Explores themes of emptiness with a haunting atmosphere and a blend of acoustic elements.
Koi No Yokan
Deftones
Combines heavy, atmospheric soundscapes with emotional depth, echoing feelings of melancholy and longing.
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