Hydrograd
Stone Sour · 2017
65 min · 15 tracks · alternative rock
Energetic riffs intertwine with introspective lyrics, delivering a blend of hard rock and alternative metal that feels both vibrant and reflective.
Top tracks — play these first
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Fabuless — As the album's lead single, this track encapsulates the energetic spirit of Hydrograd with its catchy chorus and driving riffs, setting a tone for the record.
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Taipei Person / Allah Tea Start here — This song stands out for its unique structure and lyrical wit, blending heavy instrumentation with an infectious groove that showcases the band's versatility.
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Mercy — A poignant ballad, 'Mercy' reveals a softer side of the band, featuring emotional vocals and introspective lyrics that resonate deeply within the album's context.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
Hydrograd showcases energetic songwriting with varied dynamics but lacks a strong cohesive narrative throughout.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album features high-energy tracks with driving guitar riffs, while the second half shifts to more introspective and melodic pieces.
- Several songs incorporate dynamic shifts, alternating between heavy instrumentation and softer vocal sections, creating a contrast within individual tracks.
- 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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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
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
- dynamic progression with peaks
- vibrant energy for road trips
- cathartic release through anthems
- reflective moments amidst intensity
- headphone detail hunting
Maybe skip if you
- prefer instant gratification tracks
- avoid lengthy listening experiences
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Late Career Highlight — Shows renewed creativity and strong songwriting after previous double album.
- Themes
- post-hiatus creativity· Taipei nightlife· emotional balladry
- Career context
- Released on June 30, 2017, Hydrograd marked Stone Sour's sixth studio album and their first since the double album House of Gold & Bones. The band was navigating a phase of renewed creativity after a brief hiatus, showcasing a more diverse sound palette while maintaining their signature intensity.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Breaking Benjamin· Shinedown· Three Days Grace
Tracklist
- 1 YSIF 2:02
- 2 Taipei Person / Allah Tea Start here 5:16
- 3 Knievel Has Landed 4:01
- 4 Hydrograd 4:37
- 5 Song #3 4:16
- 6 Fabuless 4:00
- 7 The Witness Trees 4:45
- 8 Rose Red Violent Blue (This Song Is Dumb & So Am I) 4:56
- 9 Thank God It’s Over 3:36
- 10 St. Marie 4:27
- 11 Mercy 3:23
- 12 Whiplash Pants 4:19
- 13 Friday Knights 5:17
- 14 Somebody Stole My Eyes 3:47
- 15 When the Fever Broke 6:34
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
The Last Hero
Alter Bridge
Shares anthemic riffs and introspective themes, blending hard rock with emotional depth.
How Did We Get So Dark?
Royal Blood
Combines energetic rock with reflective lyrics, maintaining a vibrant yet heavy sound.
Ember
Breaking Benjamin
Reflects on personal struggles with powerful melodies and hard-hitting instrumentation, similar emotional intensity.
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