What makes Modern Ruin by Frank Carter & The Rattlesnakes notable?

'Modern Ruin' received positive critical acclaim, with notable mentions in publications like Kerrang! and NME, highlighting its candid exploration of contemporary issues. The album's successful release further solidified the band's reputation within the hardcore punk scene, demonstrating their ability to blend aggression with vulnerability. By 2017, Frank Carter & The Rattlesnakes were building on the momentum from their debut album, 'Blossom', released in 2017. 'Modern Ruin' marked their second album and showcased a significant evolution in both lyrical depth and musical complexity, as Carter aimed to explore more personal themes.

How many songs are on Modern Ruin?

Modern Ruin has 12 tracks, running approximately 38 minutes.

Modern Ruin

Frank Carter & The Rattlesnakes · 2017

38 min · 12 tracks · hardcore punk

A raw blend of punk energy and melodic introspection that captures the chaos of modern life.

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Snake Eyes — This track exemplifies the album's fusion of punk intensity with emotive lyrics, addressing themes of deceit and self-awareness amidst chaotic riffs.
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Vampires — With its driving rhythm and haunting melody, this song critiques parasitic relationships, showcasing Carter's knack for vivid storytelling.
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Real Life — This track stands out for its poignant reflection on identity and existence, combining a catchy chorus with deeper existential questions.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

59 /100

Treeline

Higher than 57% of albums we've rated

The album blends raw punk energy with melodic introspection, showcasing strong craftsmanship and varied dynamics.

What we noticed

The first half of the album maintains a high energy level with aggressive guitar riffs and driving rhythms, while the second half introduces more melodic elements and introspective lyrics.
Several tracks feature abrupt tempo changes, such as 'Acid Veins', which shifts from a fast-paced chorus to a slower, reflective bridge.
The album closes with 'Neon Rust', which features a gradual fade-out, creating a sense of unresolved tension that lingers after the final note.

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: 6/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 7/10

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.

Tracklist

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

1 Bluebelle 1:00
2 Lullaby 3:14
3 Snake Eyes 4:17
4 Vampires 3:20
5 Wild Flowers 3:04
6 Acid Veins 3:56
7 God Is My Friend 3:07
8 Jackals 0:55
9 Thunder 3:39
10 Real Life 3:30
11 Modern Ruin 3:20
12 Neon Rust 5:11

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Blossom

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