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Infamous

Motionless in White · 2012

46 min · 12 tracks · metalcore

A darkly theatrical blend of metalcore and electronic elements, woven with haunting melodies and aggressive instrumentation.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Devil’s Night — This track captures the album's essence with its blend of heavy riffs and catchy choruses, showcasing the band's signature sound that appeals to both hardcore fans and newcomers.
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    A-M-E-R-I-C-A — With its politically charged lyrics and energetic instrumentation, this song stands out as a commentary on contemporary societal issues, reflecting the band's willingness to engage with provocative topics.
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    Synthetic Love — This track combines melodic elements with a heavy backdrop, illustrating the band's ability to balance aggression with emotional depth, making it memorable within the album's narrative.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

48 /100
Foothills
Higher than 19% of albums we've rated

The album blends metalcore with electronic elements effectively but lacks standout compositions throughout.

What we noticed

  • The album features a consistent use of electronic elements layered over aggressive guitar riffs, creating a dense soundscape.
  • Many tracks incorporate dynamic shifts between melodic choruses and heavy breakdowns, enhancing the theatricality of the music.
  • Several songs utilize spoken word segments and samples, adding to the horror-themed aesthetic and narrative style.
Composition 25% of the score
6/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
7/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
5/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
6/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
6/10

running order, pacing, length

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.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo aggression
  • theatrical dark lyrical themes
  • immersive listening experience
  • for evening intensity

Maybe skip if you

  • prefer light and upbeat tunes
  • seek instant gratification tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
Infamous is Motionless in White's second studio album, released in early 2012, following their debut album Creatures. At this point, the band was solidifying their identity within the metalcore scene and began to expand their fanbase significantly through tours and online presence.

Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

  • A-M-E-R-I-C-A

    The verses adopt a confrontational tone that directly addresses societal flaws without holding back.

    This direct approach establishes a stark contrast to the more emotionally driven tracks and emphasizes the band's versatility in tackling both personal and political themes.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Black Damask (The Fog) 3:51
  • 2 Devil’s Night 3:56
  • 3 A-M-E-R-I-C-A 3:37
  • 4 Burned at Both Ends 3:30
  • 5 The Divine Infection 3:38
  • 6 Puppets 2 (The Rain) 4:57
  • 7 Sinematic 4:49
  • 8 If It’s Dead, We’ll Kill It 3:10
  • 9 Synthetic Love 3:32
  • 10 Hatefuck 3:11
  • 11 Underdog 3:56
  • 12 Infamous 4:23

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