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I Am Hollywood

He Is Legend · 2004

38 min · 10 tracks · hard rock · alternative metal

A theatrical blend of hard rock and alternative metal, embodying a narrative-driven sonic experience.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady pacing for narrative immersion
  • theatrical storytelling through sound
  • engaging in-order listening experience
  • emotional highs and lows unfold
  • captivating character-driven themes

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer immediate gratification
  • dislike cohesive storytelling

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2004, 'I Am Hollywood' is He Is Legend's debut full-length album, following their EP '91025'. At this point, the band was establishing their identity within the alternative metal scene, blending heavy riffs with conceptual storytelling.
Stylistic neighbors
The Bled· Hopesfall· Underoath

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Act 1, Scene 1: The Seduction 3:48
  • 2 Act 1, Scene 2: Eating a Book 3:47
  • 3 Act 1, Scene 3: The Creature Walks (End Scene) 3:32
  • 4 Act 2, Scene 1: The Greatest Actor Alive… (Enters Stage Right) 3:17
  • 5 Act 2, Scene 2: China White (End Scene) 4:26
  • 6 Act 3, Scene 1: …Best in Mexico 3:17
  • 7 Act 3, Scene 2: The Walls Have Teeth (End Scene) 3:54
  • 8 Act 4, Scene 1: Do You Think I'm Pretty? 4:13
  • 9 Act 4, Scene 2: Dinner With a Gypsy (End Scene) 5:36
  • 10 Finale: I Am Hollywood (Fin) 2:43

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