What makes No Deliverance by Toadies notable?

No Deliverance marked the Toadies' return to the music scene after several years, garnering positive reviews from critics for its mature sound and lyrical depth. The album debuted at number 32 on the Billboard 200 chart, showcasing the band's ability to maintain relevance in a changing industry while attracting both old fans and new listeners. Released in 2008, No Deliverance is the Toadies' third studio album, arriving after a lengthy hiatus following their previous album, Hell Below/Stars Above, released in 2001. The band had reformed in 2006 and sought to reclaim their place in the alternative rock scene, building on their signature sound while navigating the changes in the music landscape during their absence.

Who is No Deliverance for?

No Deliverance works well if you're into steady, consistent energy levels, emotional reflective moments and mid-tempo introspective journeys.

How many songs are on No Deliverance?

No Deliverance has 10 tracks, running approximately 38 minutes.

No Deliverance

Toadies · 2008

38 min · 10 tracks · alternative rock

A raw and gritty exploration of alternative rock, blending melodic elements with intense emotional themes.

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Top tracks — play these first

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So Long Lovely Eyes — This opening track establishes the album's tone with its haunting melody and introspective lyrics, setting the stage for the emotional journey that follows.
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No Deliverance — The title track encapsulates the album's themes of struggle and resilience through its powerful instrumentation and candid lyrics about facing life's hardships.
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Hell in High Water — With its driving rhythms and urgent vocals, this track illustrates the tension between personal turmoil and external chaos, making it a standout moment on the record.
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I Am a Man of Stone — This song features strong imagery and an emotive narrative, reflecting a deep sense of vulnerability that resonates throughout the album.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

50 /100

Foothills

Higher than 23% of albums we've rated

The album blends raw emotion with melodic elements, but lacks strong cohesion in its pacing.

What we noticed

The album opens with a mid-tempo track that sets a gritty tone, followed by a shift to more melodic elements in the second track.
Several tracks feature dynamic shifts, alternating between quiet verses and explosive choruses, creating an emotional intensity.
The last three tracks slow down the tempo significantly, allowing for a reflective conclusion to the album.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 6/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 6/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 5/10

Influence 2/10

Little footprint beyond its audience. 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

steady, consistent energy levels
emotional reflective moments
mid-tempo introspective journeys
layered, dense sonic textures

Where this album fits

Career context: Released in 2008, No Deliverance is the Toadies' third studio album, arriving after a lengthy hiatus following their previous album, Hell Below/Stars Above, released in 2001. The band had reformed in 2006 and sought to reclaim their place in the alternative rock scene, building on their signature sound while navigating the changes in the music landscape during their absence.
Stylistic neighbors: Helmet· Jawbox· Failure