Oh What the Future Holds
Fit for an Autopsy · 2022
45 min · 10 tracks · punk rock
Brutal riffs and relentless rhythms intertwine with atmospheric melodies, creating a visceral soundscape of despair and resilience.
Top tracks — play these first
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Oh What the Future Holds — The title track sets the tone for the album with its haunting introspection and powerful instrumentation, encapsulating the overarching themes of uncertainty and struggle.
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A Higher Level of Hate — This track stands out with its relentless energy and confrontational lyrics, reflecting the band's critique of societal issues while delivering an unyielding sonic assault.
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The Man That I Was Not — Closing out the album, this track offers a poignant exploration of identity and regret, balancing melodic passages with intense breakdowns that showcase the band's dynamic range.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album combines intense riffs with atmospheric elements, showcasing solid writing and production while maintaining a cohesive flow.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a title track that features a slow build-up before erupting into aggressive riffs, setting a tone of intensity.
- Several tracks incorporate atmospheric interludes that contrast with the heavier sections, creating dynamic shifts in mood.
- The last three tracks feature increasingly complex arrangements, layering multiple guitar lines and vocal harmonies to enhance emotional impact.
- 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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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
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
- relentless energy for workouts
- cathartic release of tension
- haunting melodies for introspection
- emotional depth through aggression
- powerful anthems for resilience
Maybe skip if you
- prefer light, upbeat sounds
- seek simple, catchy tunes
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on January 14, 2022, Oh What the Future Holds is Fit for an Autopsy's fourth studio album, following their critically acclaimed record The Sea of Tragic Beasts. At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their reputation within the metalcore scene, showcasing a matured sound while continuing to explore themes of existential dread and societal issues.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Thy Art Is Murder· Whitechapel· The Black Dahlia Murder
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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A Higher Level of Hate
In a pivotal moment, the song shifts from aggressive verses to a more reflective bridge that questions personal and collective morality.
This shift not only adds emotional depth but also emphasizes the internal conflict present throughout the album's narrative.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Oh What the Future Holds 2:51
- 2 Pandora 4:36
- 3 Far From Heaven 4:44
- 4 In Shadows 3:57
- 5 Two Towers 5:46
- 6 A Higher Level of Hate 4:07
- 7 Collateral Damage 4:15
- 8 Savages 4:00
- 9 Conditional Healing 3:58
- 10 The Man That I Was Not 6:54
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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