Top tracks — play these first
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Teeth — This track features aggressive instrumentals paired with lyrics that confront inner demons, making it a standout representation of the album's emotional intensity.
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Circle the Drain — With its catchy chorus and relatable themes of despair, this song encapsulates the struggle of feeling overwhelmed, resonating deeply with listeners.
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If Tomorrow Never Comes — Closing the album, this track takes a reflective tone, merging vulnerability with a powerful soundscape that leaves a lasting impression as it addresses mortality.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album effectively blends aggressive and melodic elements while addressing mental health themes, marking a solid entry in metalcore.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a high-energy track that sets a fast pace, which is maintained through the first half before slowing down in the latter part.
- Vocals alternate between clean singing and aggressive screams, often within the same song, creating dynamic contrasts.
- The lyrics consistently address themes of mental health, with a raw and personal tone that invites listener connection.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- 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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7/10
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
- short bursts of intense energy
- raw reflections on personal struggles
- for high-energy workouts
- explosive moments of sonic aggression
Maybe skip if you
- prefer soothing, mellow sounds
- seek lengthy, meditative experiences
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2021, 'Manic' is Wage War's third studio album, following their critically acclaimed record 'Pressure' from 2019. At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their identity within the metalcore scene while expanding their lyrical themes to tackle more personal and psychological issues.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Parkway Drive· Fit for a King· August Burns Red
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Relapse 2:59
- 2 Teeth 3:08
- 3 Manic 2:44
- 4 High Horse 2:48
- 5 Circle the Drain 3:35
- 6 Godspeed 3:06
- 7 Death Roll 3:01
- 8 Slow Burn 3:09
- 9 Never Said Goodbye 3:19
- 10 True Colors 3:09
- 11 If Tomorrow Never Comes 4:40
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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