What makes Mute Print by A Wilhelm Scream notable?

Mute Print received praise for its intricate musicianship and lyrical depth, earning spots on various year-end lists from punk and hardcore publications. The album also helped the band gain a broader audience, contributing to their growing influence in the post-hardcore and melodic punk scenes. Released in 2004, Mute Print is A Wilhelm Scream's third studio album, following their critically acclaimed album, Ruiner. At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their place within the melodic hardcore scene, showcasing a refined sound while maintaining their signature intensity.

Who is Mute Print for?

Mute Print works well if you're into frenetic bursts of energy, urgent vocals for catharsis and short tracks for quick engagement.

How many songs are on Mute Print?

Mute Print has 11 tracks, running approximately 32 minutes.

Mute Print

A Wilhelm Scream · 2004

32 min · 11 tracks · hardcore punk

A frenetic whirlwind of melodic hardcore riffs and urgent vocals that captures the raw energy of punk's rebellious spirit.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Famous Friends and Fashion Drunks — This track exemplifies the band's sharp wit and biting social commentary, seamlessly blending catchy melodies with intense instrumentation.
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Anchor End — With its driving rhythm and poignant lyrics about resilience, this song encapsulates the emotional core of the album while showcasing the band's technical prowess.
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Stab. Stab. Stab. — The explosive dynamics and relentless energy in this track highlight A Wilhelm Scream's ability to create anthems that resonate with themes of frustration and defiance.

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 showcases intricate musicianship and maintains high energy, appealing to hardcore punk fans while exploring personal themes.

What we noticed

The album opens with a rapid-fire title track that sets a high-energy tone, followed by a sequence of songs that maintain a consistent tempo throughout.
The lyrics often employ vivid imagery and personal themes, with vocal delivery alternating between melodic singing and aggressive shouting.

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.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

frenetic bursts of energy
urgent vocals for catharsis
short tracks for quick engagement
gradual build towards resolution
for high-energy moments

Maybe skip if you

prefer slow, mellow tunes
seek lengthy immersive experiences

Where this album fits

Career context: Released in 2004, Mute Print is A Wilhelm Scream's third studio album, following their critically acclaimed album, Ruiner. At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their place within the melodic hardcore scene, showcasing a refined sound while maintaining their signature intensity.
Stylistic neighbors: Propagandhi· Strike Anywhere· Against Me!

Tracklist

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

1 Mute Print 1:14
2 Famous Friends and Fashion Drunks 2:24
3 Anchor End 2:46
4 William Blake Overdrive 3:05
5 Brand New Me, Same Shitty You 3:10
6 The Rip 3:16
7 Retiring 2:10
8 Stab. Stab. Stab. 3:46
9 A Picture of the World 3:56
10 Kursk 3:32
11 Dreaming of Throwing Up 3:31

What to play next

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