Jonah Hex: Revenge Gets Ugly EP
Mastodon · 2010
32 min · 6 tracks · heavy metal
A gritty blend of heavy riffs and atmospheric soundscapes that evoke the desolation of the Wild West.
Top tracks — play these first
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Death March Start here — The opening track sets a dark and immersive tone with its lengthy composition, blending haunting melodies with relentless heaviness that mirrors the film's themes.
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Clayton Boys — This track combines catchy riffs with a driving rhythm, showcasing Mastodon's knack for creating engaging yet heavy compositions that reflect the narrative of vengeance.
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Train Assault — With its intense energy and rapid tempo shifts, this track exemplifies the ferocity of Mastodon's sound while embodying a critical action sequence from the film.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The EP blends heavy riffs with atmospheric elements, showcasing Mastodon's versatility in a concise format.
What we noticed
- The EP includes two alternate versions of previously featured tracks, which offer slight variations in arrangement but do not significantly alter the overall feel.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- 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
Little footprint beyond its audience. 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 pacing for deep focus
- immersive soundscapes for solitude
- dark themes for reflective moods
- heavy riffs with haunting melodies
Maybe skip if you
- seek instant gratification
- prefer upbeat party vibes
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Experimental — This EP blends heavy metal with film scoring, showcasing a unique departure in sound.
- Themes
- Wild West desolation· vengeance narrative· cinematic brutality
- Career context
- Released in 2010, Jonah Hex: Revenge Gets Ugly EP came during Mastodon's peak as a prominent force in progressive metal following their acclaimed album Crack the Skye. This EP served as a soundtrack for the film Jonah Hex, showcasing the band's ability to merge cinematic themes with their unique sound while continuing to push creative boundaries.
Tracklist
- 1 Death March Start here 8:52
- 2 Clayton Boys 3:12
- 3 Indian Theme 4:10
- 4 Train Assault 4:13
- 5 Death March (alternate version) 9:07
- 6 Clayton Boys (alternate version) 3:13
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Warp Riders
The Sword
Shares heavy riffs and a thematic focus on epic narratives and desolation.
Snakes for the Divine
High on Fire
Combines aggressive metal with atmospheric elements, echoing themes of vengeance.
Strange Cousins from the West
Clutch
Blends heavy rock with narrative songwriting, evoking a rugged, Wild West atmosphere.
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