Leveler
August Burns Red · 2011
48 min · 12 tracks · metalcore
A relentless blend of intricate guitar work and powerful vocals driving a message of resilience.
Why this album works
'Leveler' debuted at number 11 on the Billboard 200 chart, solidifying August Burns Red's status within mainstream metal. It received positive reviews from critics, further contributing to the band's reputation for blending technicality with emotional depth, and it has influenced numerous bands within the metalcore genre since its release.
- Best for
- steady pacing for focused listening resilient themes of overcoming struggle ideal for energetic workouts
- Context
- When 'Leveler' was released in 2011, August Burns Red was already gaining significant traction in the metalcore scene, following their previous album 'Constellations' (2009), which had positioned them as one of the genre's leading acts. This album marked their fourth studio release, showcasing a matured sound while retaining their signature intensity.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Carajo· I Set My Friends On Fire· Jinjer
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Empire Standout 3:52
- 2 Internal Cannon Standout 3:46
- 3 Divisions 3:20
- 4 Cutting the Ties 5:02
- 5 Pangaea 4:20
- 6 Carpe Diem 5:37
- 7 40 Nights 3:54
- 8 Salt & Light 3:40
- 9 Poor Millionaire 4:28
- 10 1/16/2011 0:52
- 11 Boys of Fall Standout 4:28
- 12 Leveler 4:44
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