Misfortunes
This Is Hell · 2008
40 min · 13 tracks · hardcore punk
Frenetic hardcore punk energy collides with introspective lyrics, delivering a visceral yet reflective listening experience.
Top tracks — play these first
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Reckless — The opening track sets a relentless pace with its aggressive instrumentation and biting lyrics about self-destruction, encapsulating the album's urgent tone.
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Infected — This track stands out for its infectious hook and commentary on societal decay, blending catchy elements with hardcore aggression to engage listeners both sonically and thematically.
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End of an Era — Closing the album, this track offers a poignant reflection on change and loss, balancing heavy riffs with an emotionally charged narrative that encapsulates the overall message of Misfortunes.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album balances frenetic energy with introspective themes, showcasing strong composition but uneven cohesion.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album features fast-paced tracks with aggressive guitar riffs and rapid drumming, while the second half introduces slower tempos and more melodic elements.
- Several tracks incorporate breakdowns that shift abruptly from high energy to moments of introspection, emphasizing 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
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- relentless bursts of energy
- wave-like dynamic progression
- cathartic release of angst
- short tracks for quick intensity
Maybe skip if you
- prefer mellow, soothing sounds
- seek long, meditative pieces
Where this album fits
- Career context
- In 2008, This Is Hell was establishing themselves in the hardcore punk scene with their third studio album, Misfortunes. Following the critical success of their previous album, this release further solidified their sound and thematic focus on personal and societal struggles.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Converge· H2O· Shai Hulud
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Reckless 1:59
- 2 Infected 2:31
- 3 Disciples 4:23
- 4 In Shambles 4:26
- 5 Realization: Remorse 1:46
- 6 Without Closure 1:48
- 7 Remnants 3:36
- 8 Resuscitate 3:25
- 9 Fearless Vampires 2:14
- 10 You Are the Antithesis 3:20
- 11 End of an Era 3:25
- 12 Memoirs 3:43
- 13 Last Days Campaign 4:15
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