Top tracks — play these first
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Everything's Cursed — This track encapsulates the album's haunting themes and showcases Twiztid's lyrical prowess, blending introspection with their signature horror imagery.
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Hungry Like the Wolf — A standout cover of Duran Duran's classic, this track reimagines the original through a horrorcore lens, highlighting the duo's ability to blend genres creatively.
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Struggle — This track offers a raw and personal reflection on adversity, showcasing emotional depth that adds dimension to the album beyond its horrorcore roots.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends aggressive rap with melodic elements, showcasing Twiztid's style while maintaining a cohesive yet varied sound.
What we noticed
- Several tracks feature layered vocal deliveries, with verses alternating between rapid-fire rapping and slower, more melodic sections.
- The last three tracks shift to a more introspective tone, contrasting the earlier aggression and providing a sense of closure.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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
- wave-like pacing with peaks
- raw storytelling of personal struggles
- for late-night introspection
- dark themes with gritty energy
- engaging flow for full listen
Maybe skip if you
- prefer light-hearted, upbeat tracks
- seek instant gratification in music
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Deep Cut — Solid entry in their catalog, showcasing their style but not a standout for wider recognition.
- Career context
- By the time 'Mad Season' was released in April 2020, Twiztid had established themselves as a significant force in the underground hip-hop scene, following their previous album 'Genus EviL' from 2018. This album further solidified their identity as innovators within the horrorcore subgenre, continuing to build on their cult following while exploring new themes and musical elements.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Insane Clown Posse· Tech N9ne· Bone Thugs-n-Harmony
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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That's What They Be Telling Me
The narrative shifts from personal reflection to societal critique, addressing feelings of alienation and misunderstandings prevalent in modern life.
This shift enriches the song’s commentary by connecting personal struggles to broader social issues, inviting listeners to engage with both individual and collective experiences.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Off With They Heads 2:42
- 2 Do This 1 More Time 2:40
- 3 Everything's Cursed 2:54
- 4 That's What They Be Telling Me 3:42
- 5 F Feelings 2:53
- 6 Wasted 4 4:56
- 7 Follow Me 3:31
- 8 Hungry Like the Wolf 4:01
- 9 Never Change 3:48
- 10 Fuck Wit Us 4:50
- 11 My Bible 4:42
- 12 Slo-Mo 4:07
- 13 4get U 4:40
- 14 On Fire 3:37
- 15 Struggle 3:24
- 16 That's a Lie 3:39
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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