Nuclear. Sad. Nuclear.
The Number Twelve Looks Like You · 2005
39 min · 12 tracks · mathcore
Frantic rhythms collide with chaotic melodies and raw, unfiltered vocals in a relentless exploration of discord and despair.
Top tracks — play these first
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Clarissa Explains Cuntainment — This track exemplifies the band's chaotic energy and lyrical depth, showcasing intricate time signatures alongside a narrative that critiques societal norms.
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Remembrance Dialogue — At over seven minutes, this track serves as a centerpiece of the album, weaving together dynamic shifts in tempo and emotional intensity that encapsulate the band's range.
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The Proud Parent’s Convention Held in the ER — This song highlights the band’s signature blend of humor and horror, delivering sharp social commentary through frenetic instrumentation and biting lyrics.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album's chaotic structure and vocal contrasts define its unique sound within mathcore.
What we noticed
- The album features abrupt tempo changes, with tracks often shifting from chaotic, high-energy sections to quieter, more introspective moments.
- Vocals alternate between harsh screams and melodic lines, creating a stark contrast that enhances the emotional intensity of the lyrics.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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8/10
- 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
Known within its scene. 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
- relentless exploration of chaos
- short bursts of intense energy
- raw emotional catharsis
- disjointed yet engaging narratives
Maybe skip if you
- prefer smooth, cohesive flows
- seek melodic and soothing sounds
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By the time 'Nuclear. Sad. Nuclear.' was released in 2005, The Number Twelve Looks Like You had already established themselves within the mathcore scene with their previous album, 'Put On Your Rose-Colored Glasses'. This sophomore effort further cemented their reputation for blending complex musical structures with abrasive lyrical themes, showcasing their evolution as artists willing to challenge conventional boundaries.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Dillinger Escape Plan· Converge· Botch
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The Devil’s Dick Disaster 3:22
- 2 Texas Dolly 3:01
- 3 Clarissa Explains Cuntainment 3:03
- 4 Track Four 0:33
- 5 The Proud Parent’s Convention Held in the ER 2:36
- 6 An Aptly Fictional Description 5:32
- 7 Like a Cat 3:30
- 8 Remembrance Dialogue 7:02
- 9 An Exercise in Self‐Portraiture: Go Shoot Yourself 1:55
- 10 Operating on a Re‐Run Episode 2:55
- 11 Track Eleven 0:35
- 12 Category 5:08
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