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Memento Mori

Flyleaf · 2009

44 min · 14 tracks · alternative rock · hard rock · post-grunge

A dynamic blend of hard rock intensity and introspective lyrics, layered with atmospheric melodies.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady, consistent energy levels
  • dynamic emotional journeys
  • introspective reflective listening
  • immersive mid-tempo progression

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on November 10, 2009, 'Memento Mori' is Flyleaf's second studio album, following their self-titled debut in 2005. At this point in their career, they were transitioning from breakthrough success into solidifying their identity in the post-grunge landscape. The band faced lineup changes and increasing pressure to evolve their sound while retaining the emotional core that defined their earlier work.
Stylistic neighbors
Paramore· Evanescence· Halestorm

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Beautiful Bride 3:03
  • 2 Again 3:04
  • 3 Chasm 2:53
  • 4 Missing 2:54
  • 5 This Close 3:21
  • 6 The Kind 2:46
  • 7 In the Dark 3:46
  • 8 Set Apart This Dream 3:14
  • 9 Swept Away 4:09
  • 10 Tiny Heart 3:06
  • 11 Melting (interlude) 0:57
  • 12 Treasure 3:24
  • 13 Circle 3:02
  • 14 Arise 4:18

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