What makes Manifest by Amaranthe notable?

Upon its release, Manifest debuted at number 1 on the Swedish album charts, highlighting Amaranthe's growing popularity in Europe. The album's blend of heavy instrumentation and catchy hooks has resonated with both fans and critics, securing positive reviews across various publications for its production quality and ambitious scope. Manifest is Amaranthe's sixth studio album, released at a time when the band was solidifying its place in the metal scene following their 2018 release, Helix. The album showcases their continued evolution in sound and songwriting, further blending genres while maintaining their signature high-energy approach.

Manifest works well if you're into steady energy for workout sessions, uplifting anthems for motivation and high-octane vibes for parties.

How many songs are on Manifest?

Manifest has 16 tracks, running approximately 53 minutes.

Released 6 years ago this October

Manifest

Amaranthe · 2020

53 min · 16 tracks · metalcore

A high-octane fusion of metalcore and pop melodies, punctuated by electronic elements and anthemic choruses.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Fearless — The opening track sets the energetic tone for the album with its infectious chorus and powerful instrumentation that encapsulates the band's signature style.
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Scream My Name — This track exemplifies the band's knack for combining melodic hooks with aggressive riffs, making it a standout anthem that showcases both vocal range and lyrical intensity.
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Viral — With its pulsating rhythms and catchy refrain, this song captures the zeitgeist of modern digital culture, mirroring themes of connectivity and isolation.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

58 /100

Treeline

Higher than 49% of albums we've rated

The album showcases a strong blend of metalcore and pop elements but has some uneven pacing in its latter half.

What we noticed

The first half of the album features high-energy tracks with driving rhythms and anthemic choruses, while the second half introduces more varied tempos and styles.
Vocals are shared among three singers, creating a dynamic interplay that shifts between melodic hooks and aggressive verses.
Several tracks incorporate electronic elements, such as synths and programmed beats, which blend seamlessly with the heavy instrumentation.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 8/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 7/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 5/10

Influence 4/10

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

steady energy for workout sessions
uplifting anthems for motivation
high-octane vibes for parties
engaging hooks for sing-alongs
dynamic intensity throughout listening

Maybe skip if you

prefer mellow and slow tempos
seek intricate, layered compositions

Where this album fits

Career context: Manifest is Amaranthe's sixth studio album, released at a time when the band was solidifying its place in the metal scene following their 2018 release, Helix. The album showcases their continued evolution in sound and songwriting, further blending genres while maintaining their signature high-energy approach.
Stylistic neighbors: Battle Beast· Kamelot· Within Temptation