What makes Last City by Loma Prieta notable?

Last City was well-received within underground music circles, helping to establish Loma Prieta as a significant force in the screamo genre. The album's blend of dissonance and melodic elements influenced a wave of bands exploring similar sonic territories, contributing to the resurgence of interest in emotive hardcore music during the late 2000s. Released in 2008, Last City is Loma Prieta's debut album, marking their entry into the screamo and post-hardcore scenes. Prior to this, they had gained attention through live performances and demos, setting the stage for their impactful sound. This album laid the groundwork for their subsequent evolution as a band and their exploration of more complex themes in later releases.

How many songs are on Last City?

Last City has 10 tracks, running approximately 22 minutes.

Last City

Loma Prieta · 2008

22 min · 10 tracks · screamo

A raw fusion of screamo and atmospheric post-rock that immerses listeners in turbulent emotional landscapes.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Worn Path — The opening track encapsulates the album's essence with its frenetic energy and haunting melodies, setting a powerful tone for what follows.
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Trilogy 1 (Sick Cities) — This track showcases Loma Prieta's skillful interplay between chaotic instrumentation and introspective lyricism, highlighting their unique approach to song structure.
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Last City — As the title track, it serves as a culmination of the album's themes, blending urgency with reflective moments that resonate profoundly with listeners.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

58 /100

Treeline

Higher than 49% of albums we've rated

The album's blend of dissonance and melody creates an immersive experience, establishing Loma Prieta's unique sound in the genre.

What we noticed

The album features a continuous flow of tracks, with several pieces transitioning directly into one another, creating a sense of urgency.
Dissonant guitar riffs are layered over atmospheric soundscapes, with vocals that oscillate between melodic singing and intense screaming.
Three tracks in the 'Trilogy' series each explore different musical themes while maintaining a cohesive sound palette throughout.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 6/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 7/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 8/10

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.

Tracklist

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

1 Worn Path 2:15
2 Careful Subliminal 0:51
3 Trilogy 1 (Sick Cities) 2:11
4 Trilogy 2 (Planar Analysis) 2:49
5 Trilogy 3 (Fall Days) 2:30
6 Armor 2:07
7 Bridges 1:53
8 David Fung 2:38
9 Script 1:57
10 Last City 3:41

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