Plagues
The Devil Wears Prada · 2007
37 min · 10 tracks · metalcore
A frenetic fusion of metalcore energy and playful lyricism, balancing aggressive instrumentation with tongue-in-cheek humor.
Top tracks — play these first
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HTML Rulez d00d — This track exemplifies the album's playful spirit, using internet culture references while showcasing the band's signature blend of melody and aggression.
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Don’t Dink and Drance — The song stands out for its catchy hooks and dynamic shifts between heavy breakdowns and melodic sections, encapsulating the album's eclectic energy.
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Reptar, King of the Ozone — With its high-octane tempo and tongue-in-cheek lyrics, this track captures the band's unique blend of humor and intensity central to their identity.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends aggressive metalcore with humorous lyrics, creating a distinctive sound within its genre.
What we noticed
- The album features rapid tempo shifts, with several tracks transitioning from intense breakdowns to melodic interludes.
- 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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7/10
- 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
- short, energetic listening bursts
- playful and humorous vibes
- dynamic, intense moments
- quick tempo changes
- engaging and lively atmosphere
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in early 2007, Plagues was The Devil Wears Prada's second studio album, following their debut, Dear Love: A Beautiful Discord. At this point in their career, they were solidifying their sound and gaining traction within the metalcore scene, marked by a notable increase in fanbase and critical attention.
- Stylistic neighbors
- August Burns Red· Parkway Drive· Killswitch Engage
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Hey John, What’s Your Name Again?
A sudden shift from playful banter to introspective reflection occurs in the bridge where serious themes of identity emerge amid the lightheartedness.
This juxtaposition of tone reveals depth beneath the surface humor, adding layers to the narrative that challenge listener expectations.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Goats on a Boat 4:22
- 2 Number Three, Never Forget 3:41
- 3 HTML Rulez d00d 3:55
- 4 Hey John, What’s Your Name Again? 3:46
- 5 Don’t Dink and Drance 2:59
- 6 You Can’t Spell “Crap” Without “C” 3:30
- 7 This Song Is Called 4:25
- 8 Reptar, King of the Ozone 3:09
- 9 The Scorpion Deathlock 3:50
- 10 Nickels Is Money Too 4:07
What to play next
With Roots Above and Branches Below
2009
Continues the blend of aggression and humor with refined production.
Dear Love: A Beautiful Discord
2006
Sets the stage with similar energy and thematic exploration.
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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