Picket Fence Cartel
Project 86 · 2009
40 min · 11 tracks · alternative metal
Aggressive guitars and fierce vocals intertwine with introspective lyrics, creating a visceral experience that challenges both mind and spirit.
Top tracks — play these first
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Destroyer — This opening track sets the tone with aggressive instrumentation and a relentless lyrical assault, encapsulating the album's thematic intensity.
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The Butcher — With its sharp riffs and poignant commentary on societal issues, this track exemplifies how Project 86 merges heavy sound with thoughtful critique.
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A John Hancock With the Safety Off — This song showcases a blend of melodic elements and hard-hitting verses, illustrating the band's ability to balance aggression with introspection.
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Cold and Calculated — The track's intricate rhythms and biting lyrics highlight a sense of urgency and existential dread, making it a standout moment on the album.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- visceral experience that provokes thought
- short bursts of aggressive energy
- introspective lyrics with fierce delivery
- late-night introspection with intensity
Maybe skip if you
- prefer smooth, melodic soundscapes
- seek instant gratification tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By 2009, Project 86 was transitioning into their later phase, releasing Picket Fence Cartel as their sixth studio album. This followed the 2007 release of Rival Factions, a period where the band sought to redefine their sound in the Christian metal scene while maintaining their core audience.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Demon Hunter· Norma Jean· August Burns Red
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Cement Shoes
The narrative shifts from external conflict to internal struggle, revealing a moment of self-reflection amid chaotic imagery.
This transition emphasizes personal accountability against a backdrop of turmoil, deepening the emotional weight of the song.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Destroyer 4:48
- 2 The Butcher 3:02
- 3 The Spectacle of Fearsome Acts 3:12
- 4 Dark Angel Dragnet 3:23
- 5 Cold and Calculated 3:38
- 6 Cement Shoes 3:56
- 7 A John Hancock With the Safety Off 3:16
- 8 Two Glass Eyes 3:28
- 9 Cyclonus 3:45
- 10 The Black Brigade 2:53
- 11 To Sand We Return 4:34
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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