What makes Let the World Know by Dead by April notable?

Let the World Know debuted at number 29 on the Swedish Albums Chart, marking a significant presence in their home country’s music scene. The album received mixed to positive reviews from critics, emphasizing its balance of melody and heaviness, which has influenced contemporary melodic metalcore bands seeking to blend emotional weight with aggressive instrumentation. Released on February 12, 2014, Let the World Know is Dead by April's third studio album, following their sophomore release, Incomparable. At this point, the band was solidifying their sound after lineup changes that had previously shaped their early work. This album reflects their evolution into a more polished melodic metalcore style.

Who is Let the World Know for?

Let the World Know works well if you're into steady mid-tempo anthems, heartfelt lyrics with intensity and sing-along choruses in groups.

How many songs are on Let the World Know?

Let the World Know has 14 tracks, running approximately 53 minutes.

Let the World Know

Dead by April · 2014

53 min · 14 tracks · alternative metal

A fusion of soaring melodies and heavy riffs, merging alternative metal with emotional lyrical depth.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Beautiful Nightmare — This track exemplifies the band's signature sound with its combination of catchy choruses and intense breakdowns, encapsulating the album's emotional core.
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Done With Broken Hearts — A standout for its relatable lyrics about moving on from heartbreak, showcasing the band's ability to pair personal themes with powerful melodies.
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Let the World Know — The title track serves as an anthem of self-empowerment, characterized by its uplifting chorus and driving rhythms that resonate deeply with listeners.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

46 /100

Foothills

Higher than 10% of albums we've rated

The album balances energetic and melodic elements but lacks standout compositions that elevate it beyond its genre.

What we noticed

The first half of the album features high-energy tracks with heavy guitar riffs and soaring choruses, while the second half shifts to more melodic and introspective pieces.
Several tracks incorporate dual vocal styles, alternating between clean singing and harsh vocals, enhancing the emotional impact of the lyrics.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
Craft 20% of the score: 7/10
Durability 25% of the score: 5/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 5/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 6/10

Influence 2/10

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 mid-tempo anthems
heartfelt lyrics with intensity
sing-along choruses in groups
cathartic release through melodies

Maybe skip if you

dislike melodic emotional expressions
prefer fast-paced instant gratification

Where this album fits

Career context: Released on February 12, 2014, Let the World Know is Dead by April's third studio album, following their sophomore release, Incomparable. At this point, the band was solidifying their sound after lineup changes that had previously shaped their early work. This album reflects their evolution into a more polished melodic metalcore style.
Stylistic neighbors: Of Mice & Men· We Came as Romans· Parkway Drive