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Otherness

Alexisonfire · 2022

50 min · 10 tracks · hardcore punk · post-hardcore

A dynamic blend of post-hardcore intensity and introspective melodies navigating themes of identity and resilience.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady exploration of resilience
  • introspective melodies with intensity
  • cathartic peaks and valleys
  • thought-provoking themes throughout
  • late-night reflection and contemplation

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer instant gratification tracks
  • avoid emotional depth and nuance

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on June 24, 2022, 'Otherness' marked Alexisonfire's first studio album in over a decade, following their previous album, 'Old Crows / Young Cardinals' from 2009. This album emerged during a period of artistic resurgence for the band after reuniting in 2015, showcasing their evolution while retaining their signature sound.
Stylistic neighbors
The Used· Silverstein· Underoath

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Committed to the Con 4:01
  • 2 Sweet Dreams of Otherness 4:44
  • 3 Sans Soleil 5:04
  • 4 Conditional Love 2:53
  • 5 Blue Spade 5:31
  • 6 Dark Night of the Soul 6:02
  • 7 Mistaken Information 4:48
  • 8 Survivor’s Guilt 4:52
  • 9 Reverse the Curse 3:54
  • 10 World Stops Turning 8:16

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