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Nonstop Feeling

Turnstile · 2015

27 min · 12 tracks · hardcore punk

A frenetic explosion of hardcore punk energy, blending chaotic rhythms with catchy hooks and a vibrant DIY spirit.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Gravity — This opening track sets the tone with its high-energy bursts and infectious melodies, encapsulating the album's playful yet aggressive spirit.
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    Fazed Out — With its dynamic shifts and catchy hooks, this track exemplifies Turnstile's ability to merge punk energy with pop sensibilities, making it a standout.
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    Stress — The closing track utilizes an intense buildup that captures the emotional weight of the album, leaving listeners with a lasting impression of urgency and catharsis.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

53 /100
Foothills
Higher than 40% of albums we've rated

The album combines energetic hardcore punk with accessible melodies, making it stand out in its genre.

What we noticed

  • The album opens with a high-energy track that sets a fast pace, which is maintained through the first half before shifting to more varied tempos.
  • Vocals often alternate between shouted verses and melodic choruses, adding to the dynamic feel of the music.
Composition 25% of the score
7/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
6/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
6/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
7/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
5/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 6/10

Significant within its genre. 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

  • high-energy bursts of chaos
  • short tracks for quick hits
  • invigorating anthems for crowds
  • frenzied pace with urgency
  • cathartic release through intensity

Maybe skip if you

  • slow and patient listeners
  • those seeking lengthy compositions

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in early 2015, Nonstop Feeling was Turnstile's debut full-length album, arriving after their well-received EP, Pressure to Succeed. The album marked a significant step for the band as they transitioned from local favorites in Baltimore's hardcore scene to broader national attention, showcasing their unique blend of punk and melodic elements.
Stylistic neighbors
Code Orange· Fiddlehead· Spiritbox

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Gravity 3:10
  • 2 Drop 1:36
  • 3 Fazed Out 2:52
  • 4 Can’t Deny It 2:44
  • 5 Bleach Temple 1:54
  • 6 Bad Wave 2:16
  • 7 Blue by You 1:18
  • 8 Out of Rage 3:11
  • 9 Bring It Back 2:20
  • 10 Addicted 1:13
  • 11 Love Lasso 1:48
  • 12 Stress 3:12

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