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New Empire, Vol. 1

Hollywood Undead · 2020

32 min · 9 tracks · nu metal · rap rock

A high-energy blend of rap rock and nu metal with anthemic choruses and introspective lyrics.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo anthemic energy
  • uplifting choruses for motivation
  • introspective themes for reflection
  • short bursts of high intensity

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking slow, sounds
  • prefer longer, sprawling albums

Where this album fits

Themes
chaotic ambition· explosive urgency· resilient determination
Career context
Released on January 1, 2020, 'New Empire, Vol. 1' is Hollywood Undead's fifth studio album, following their 2017 release 'Five.' At this point in their career, the band was exploring new sonic territories while maintaining their signature sound, aiming to connect with both new fans and long-time supporters.
Stylistic neighbors
Linkin Park· Papa Roach· Korn
Sounds like this from elsewhere
Coming Home (Falling in Reverse album) by Falling in Reverse — Shares high-energy rap rock elements and themes of personal struggle and resilience.
I Am Human by Escape the Fate — Combines anthemic choruses with introspective lyrics, exploring chaotic emotions and determination.
Amo by Bring Me the Horizon — Merges electronic influences with nu metal, showcasing explosive energy and complex emotional themes.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Time Bomb 3:37
  • 2 Heart of a Champion 3:30
  • 3 Already Dead 3:56
  • 4 Empire 3:59
  • 5 Killin It 2:55
  • 6 Enemy 3:11
  • 7 Upside Down 3:04
  • 8 Second Chances 4:13
  • 9 Nightmare 3:40

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