Notorious
Adelitas Way · 2017
30 min · 9 tracks · hard rock
A blend of hard rock anthems and introspective ballads, driven by powerful vocals and gritty instrumentation.
Top tracks — play these first
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Notorious — The title track serves as a bold declaration of the band's defiance and determination, encapsulating the album's overarching themes of resilience.
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Ready for War (Pray for Peace) — This track stands out with its juxtaposition of aggressive instrumentals and poignant lyrics about conflict and hope, reflecting the current socio-political climate.
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Real World — With its introspective lyrics and catchy chorus, this song captures a sense of longing and reality that resonates deeply with listeners navigating life's challenges.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album features solid songwriting and production but lacks standout moments that elevate it beyond its genre.
What we noticed
- The first three tracks are high-energy anthems, establishing a strong opening before the fourth track shifts to a more introspective tone.
- Several songs feature a call-and-response vocal structure, enhancing the anthemic quality of the choruses.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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5/10
- 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
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
- short bursts of high energy
- anthems for empowerment and defiance
- emotional release through powerful vocals
- introspective moments between anthems
Maybe skip if you
- prefer lengthy immersive experiences
- seek soft background music
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on January 1, 2017, 'Notorious' is Adelitas Way's fourth studio album, following their 2014 release 'Getaway'. At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their presence in the hard rock scene while experimenting with a more polished sound and lyrical depth.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Red Sun Rising· Saint Asonia· Hinder
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Ready for War (Pray for Peace)
The bridge shifts to a plea for understanding amidst chaos, emphasizing unity over division.
This moment pivots the song from aggression to vulnerability, highlighting the internal conflict between fighting back and seeking peace.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Notorious 2:50
- 2 Ready for War (Pray for Peace) 3:31
- 3 Trapped 4:01
- 4 Tell Me 3:29
- 5 I Want You 3:08
- 6 You’re Not the Holy One 3:13
- 7 Real World 3:20
- 8 This Goes Out to You 3:23
- 9 Vibes 3:42
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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