What makes I Am Come by Part Chimp notable?

'I Am Come' received critical acclaim for its raw intensity and innovation, further solidifying Part Chimp's place in the noise rock genre. The album contributed to the resurgence of interest in heavy guitar-driven music during the mid-2000s, influencing bands within the sludge metal and post-rock scenes. By the time 'I Am Come' was released in 2005, Part Chimp had already established themselves within the UK underground scene, following their debut album 'Chart Pimp' in 2003. This album marked a significant evolution in their sound, showcasing a more aggressive and experimental approach that would define their subsequent work.

How many songs are on I Am Come?

I Am Come has 11 tracks, running approximately 40 minutes.

I Am Come

Part Chimp · 2005

40 min · 11 tracks · noise rock

A chaotic blend of noise rock and sludge metal, brimming with primal energy and relentless distortion.

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Top tracks — play these first

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War Machine — This track encapsulates the album's aggressive sound with its crushing riffs and frenetic energy, illustrating the band's commitment to sonic extremity.
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Do You Believe in Waiting to Die! — The chaotic structure of this song reflects the band's experimental edge, juxtaposing harsh vocals with moments of disorienting melody that challenge conventional song forms.
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I Am Come — The title track serves as a centerpiece of the album, merging dense instrumentation with haunting lyrics that explore themes of existence and futility, showcasing their lyrical depth alongside musical ferocity.

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 a chaotic blend of styles with strong moments but lacks depth for repeated listens.

What we noticed

The album opens with a high-energy track that features aggressive guitar riffs and relentless drumming, setting a chaotic tone.
Several tracks incorporate abrupt tempo shifts, moving from slower sludge sections to frenetic noise bursts.
The vocals are often buried in the mix, adding to the overall wall of sound rather than standing out as distinct elements.
The final track features an extended outro that gradually fades out, contrasting with the intensity of earlier songs.

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: 7/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 6/10

Influence 4/10

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.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

1 Bakahatsu 1:33
2 War Machine 3:21
3 Hello Bastards 3:47
4 Do You Believe in Waiting to Die! 2:38
5 Punishment Ride 4:45
6 Bring Back the Sound 3:30
7 Dr. Horse, Part Two 3:29
8 Fasto 3:03
9 I Am Come 4:20
10 30,00000000000000 People 6:05
11 Ashita No Bakahatsu 3:45

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