I Let It In and It Took Everything
Loathe · 2020
49 min · 14 tracks · progressive metal
A tumultuous blend of heavy riffs and atmospheric soundscapes that evoke a sense of emotional turmoil and introspection.
Top tracks — play these first
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Aggressive Evolution — This track captures the explosive energy of the album, combining fierce vocals with intricate guitar work that encapsulates Loathe's unique sound. Its relentless pace mirrors the themes of inner conflict present throughout the record.
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Two‐Way Mirror — The song stands out with its haunting melodies juxtaposed against heavy instrumentation, illustrating the band's ability to create an atmospheric experience. The dynamic shifts within this track exemplify their signature style of blending aggression with introspective moments.
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I Let It In and It Took Everything… — The title track serves as a poignant climax to the album, weaving together emotional depth with complex arrangements. Its reflective nature captures the overarching themes of vulnerability and struggle expressed throughout the entire project.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends heavy riffs with atmospheric elements, showcasing strong craft and composition but with some unevenness in cohesion.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a brief atmospheric intro before launching into heavy, complex riffs that dominate the first half.
- Tracks frequently shift dynamics, alternating between aggressive sections and softer, introspective moments, creating a sense of emotional ebb and flow.
- Several tracks incorporate ambient interludes that serve to break up the heavier material, allowing for moments of reflection.
- The final track features an extended outro that gradually fades out, leaving a lingering sense of unresolved tension.
- 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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7/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- emotional turmoil and introspection
- intense moments of catharsis
- dynamic shifts in pacing
- late-night solitude explorations
- thought-provoking thematic depth
Maybe skip if you
- prefer light-hearted soundscapes
- seek instant gratification tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- I Let It In and It Took Everything marks Loathe's second studio album, arriving two years after their debut, The Cold Sun. This release solidified their presence in the metalcore and djent scenes as they began to explore more experimental sonic territories, showcasing a maturation in their sound and songwriting.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Gojira· Architects· Erra
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Theme 1:23
- 2 Aggressive Evolution 3:27
- 3 Broken Vision Rhythm 2:36
- 4 Two‐Way Mirror 5:00
- 5 451 Days 1:39
- 6 New Faces in the Dark 3:12
- 7 Red Room 2:03
- 8 Screaming 5:55
- 9 Is It Really You? 4:48
- 10 Gored 3:08
- 11 Heavy Is the Head That Falls With the Weight of a Thousand Thoughts 4:18
- 12 A Sad Cartoon 5:16
- 13 A Sad Cartoon (reprise) 1:15
- 14 I Let It In and It Took Everything… 5:20
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