Top tracks — play these first
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Scars — Opening with raw vulnerability, this track encapsulates the album's themes of personal struggle and resilience, making it a standout anthem for listeners.
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Alone — 'Alone' combines emotional lyrics with powerful instrumentation, illustrating the isolation felt in today's society while showcasing the band's melodic strengths.
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Rise — This track serves as an empowering rallying cry, featuring anthemic choruses that encourage perseverance, resonating deeply with fans seeking motivation.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album balances aggression with melody but lacks a strong cohesive flow throughout its runtime.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album features high-energy tracks with aggressive guitar riffs and rapid drumming, while the second half introduces more melodic elements and slower tempos.
- Several tracks incorporate clean vocals alongside harsh screams, creating a contrast that enhances the emotional weight of the lyrics.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- cathartic release of pent-up emotions
- energizing anthems for personal struggle
- dynamic pacing with melodic hooks
- intense moments interspersed with reflection
Maybe skip if you
- prefer soft, tranquil soundscapes
- seek instant gratification from music
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on October 21, 2016, 'Lifelines' is I Prevail's sophomore album following their breakout EP 'Heart vs. Mind'. At this point in their career, they were solidifying their presence in the metalcore scene after gaining significant attention from their viral cover of Taylor Swift's 'Blank Space'.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Architects· Parkway Drive· The Amity Affliction
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Scars 3:49
- 2 Stuck in Your Head 3:34
- 3 Lifelines 3:21
- 4 Come and Get It 3:01
- 5 Chaos 3:32
- 6 Alone 3:41
- 7 Outcast 3:04
- 8 Rise 3:14
- 9 Already Dead 2:40
- 10 Pull the Plug 3:17
- 11 One More Time 3:13
- 12 My Heart I Surrender 3:27
- 13 Worst Part of Me 3:52
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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