Life Gone Wild
Asking Alexandria · 2010
23 min · 6 tracks · alternative rock · metalcore
A high-octane blend of metalcore and alternative rock fueled by raw emotion and explosive energy.
Why this album works
This EP is significant for its exploration of remix culture within the metalcore genre, especially with tracks like 'A Single Moment of Sincerity' (Bare remix) gaining traction in digital music platforms. Additionally, it helped cement Asking Alexandria's role as key players in the post-hardcore movement, reflecting the escalating popularity of electronic elements in heavy music.
- Best for
- explosive energy for road trips concise bursts of raw emotion front-loaded high-intensity experience
- Context
- Released on December 21, 2010, 'Life Gone Wild' came during a period of increasing recognition for Asking Alexandria. This EP followed their critically acclaimed debut album, 'Stand Up and Scream,' which had solidified their presence in the metalcore scene. The band was navigating their growing fanbase and establishing their sound with remixes and demos showcasing their versatility.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Robbie Williams· Ed Sheeran· Radiohead· Muse· Placebo· Manic Street Preachers· Gorillaz· Ellie Goulding
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Youth Gone Wild Standout 3:17
- 2 18 and Life Standout 3:48
- 3 A Single Moment of Sincerity (Bare remix) 3:46
- 4 Not the American Average (Voorny remix) Standout 4:21
- 5 I Was Once, Possibly, Maybe, Perhaps a Cowboy King (demo) 4:01
- 6 Breathless 4:09
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