I Am King
Code Orange · 2014
32 min · 11 tracks · hardcore punk
A raw fusion of hardcore punk and metalcore, I Am King unleashes chaotic energy through blistering riffs and aggressive vocals.
Top tracks — play these first
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I Am King — The title track sets the tone for the album, featuring a relentless energy that encapsulates the band's aggressive sound while introducing themes of empowerment and defiance.
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Slowburn — This track showcases a dynamic blend of melody and aggression, exemplifying the band's ability to shift between intense breakdowns and haunting atmospheres effectively.
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Alone in a Room — With its introspective lyrics and contrasting heavy sections, this song highlights the emotional depth present in the album, marking a pivotal moment in Code Orange's storytelling.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album combines chaotic energy with refined songwriting, making it a notable entry in the hardcore scene.
What we noticed
- Tracks often shift abruptly between tempos, with some songs featuring breakdowns that create a jarring contrast to the preceding sections.
- Several tracks incorporate atmospheric interludes, such as 'Alone in a Room,' which slows the pace and introduces melodic elements before returning to heavier sounds.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Significant within its genre. 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
- short bursts of raw energy
- intense listening for catharsis
- relentless pace with urgency
- chaotic soundscapes for focus
Maybe skip if you
- prefers melodic and calming sounds
- seeks lengthy, drawn-out tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- I Am King is Code Orange's second studio album, following their 2012 debut, Love Is Love // Return to Dust. At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their presence in the hardcore scene, showcasing a more refined sound that blended elements of sludge metal and industrial influences.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Converge· Every Time I Die· Knocked Loose
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 I Am King 2:38
- 2 Slowburn 2:31
- 3 Dreams in Inertia 5:00
- 4 Unclean Spirit 2:11
- 5 Alone in a Room 3:09
- 6 My World 2:55
- 7 Starve 3:48
- 8 Your Body Is Ready… 1:25
- 9 Thinners of the Herd 2:47
- 10 Bind You 1:43
- 11 Mercy 4:15
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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