Infant Island
Infant Island · 2018
26 min · 7 tracks · hardcore punk
A fusion of chaotic hardcore and atmospheric post-rock, creating an emotional landscape filled with intensity and introspection.
Top tracks — play these first
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Small Differences — This opening track establishes the album's sonic ethos with urgent riffs and emotionally charged vocals, setting a compelling tone for what follows.
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Replenish — Featuring a dynamic shift between melodic interludes and intense outbursts, this track showcases the band's ability to balance aggression with beauty.
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A Preoccupation — The lengthy composition allows for exploration of atmospheric sounds paired with poignant lyrical themes, representing the band's artistic ambition and depth.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album effectively blends hardcore punk with atmospheric elements, showcasing strong dynamics and emotional depth.
What we noticed
- Vocal delivery alternates between melodic singing and harsh screams, creating a dynamic contrast that enhances the emotional weight of the lyrics.
- Several tracks feature extended instrumental sections that incorporate atmospheric post-rock elements, providing moments of introspection amidst the chaos.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- 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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8/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Small Differences 2:47
- 2 Replenish 3:17
- 3 Broken Pieces 4:12
- 4 Fall 3:52
- 5 Diminish 1:40
- 6 A Preoccupation 4:09
- 7 Further 6:52
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