New Junk Aesthetic
Every Time I Die · 2009
86 min · 14 tracks · hardcore punk
An explosive fusion of hardcore punk energy and metalcore intricacies, laced with sardonic wit and a sense of urgency.
Top tracks — play these first
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Roman Holiday — The opening track sets the tone with frenetic energy and a catchy chorus, blending punk aggression with clever lyrical commentary.
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Wanderlust — This track features intricate guitar work and an infectious hook that exemplifies the band's ability to balance heavy instrumentation with melodic elements.
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The Marvelous Slut — Short yet impactful, this song delivers biting social critique wrapped in high-octane rhythms and chaotic vocals, embodying the band's signature style.
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Goddamn Kids These Days — A standout moment that showcases introspective lyrics reflecting generational disillusionment, paired with relentless instrumentation that elevates its emotional weight.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album combines energetic hardcore punk with intricate metalcore elements, showcasing strong writing and performance.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a high-energy track and maintains a fast tempo for the first half, before introducing slower, more complex arrangements in the latter tracks.
- Several songs feature abrupt tempo changes, shifting from aggressive riffs to melodic interludes, creating a sense of unpredictability.
- Lyrically, the album employs sharp wit and social commentary, with many tracks featuring call-and-response vocal patterns that engage listeners.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
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
- dynamic emotional journeys
- short, punchy bursts
- wave-like pacing shifts
- chaotic yet melodic intensity
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on September 15, 2009, 'New Junk Aesthetic' is Every Time I Die's fifth studio album, following the critically acclaimed 'The Big Dirty' from 2007. At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their reputation within the metalcore scene, expanding their sound while maintaining a loyal fanbase.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Chariot· Norma Jean· Hopesfall
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Roman Holiday 3:00
- 2 The Marvelous Slut 1:43
- 3 Who Invited the Russian Soldier? 2:45
- 4 Wanderlust 4:10
- 5 For the Record 2:59
- 6 White Smoke 3:00
- 7 Turtles All the Way Down 2:42
- 8 Organ Grinder 4:07
- 9 Host Disorder 2:29
- 10 After One Quarter of a Revolution 2:04
- 11 The Sweet Life 2:52
- 12 Buffalo 666 2:40
- 13 Goddamn Kids These Days 2:58
Disc 2
- 1 Party Pooper 49:04
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