Post Mortem
Black Tide · 2011
42 min · 10 tracks · heavy metal
A fierce blend of heavy metal and metalcore, driven by aggressive riffs and anthemic choruses that capture youthful defiance.
Top tracks — play these first
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That Fire — This track exemplifies Black Tide’s ability to fuse aggression with melody, featuring a catchy chorus that became a defining moment of their sound.
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Fight 'til the Bitter End — The song’s driving energy and motivational lyrics reflect the band's youthful bravado, making it an anthem for perseverance and resilience.
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Lost in the Sound — With its introspective lyrics and dynamic shifts, this track highlights the emotional depth present in Post Mortem, showcasing their growth as songwriters.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases energetic riffs and anthemic choruses but lacks significant depth for lasting engagement.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a high-energy track, 'Ashes,' that sets a fast tempo and aggressive tone, which is maintained through the first half.
- Choruses are often anthemic, featuring sing-along qualities that invite listener participation, particularly in tracks like 'That Fire.'
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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5/10
- 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
Little footprint beyond its audience. 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
- steady mid-tempo progression
- visceral emotional intensity
- youthful energy and rebellion
- uplifting anthems for motivation
Maybe skip if you
- seekers of instant gratification
- prefer soft, mellow sounds
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2011 as Black Tide's second album, Post Mortem followed their debut, Light from Above, which established them in the alternative metal scene. At this point in their career, the band was navigating a shift towards a heavier sound while maintaining their melodic roots, aiming to solidify their place in the evolving metal landscape.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Bullet for My Valentine· Trivium· As I Lay Dying
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Let It Out
The bridge features a powerful shift in vocal delivery that emphasizes vulnerability juxtaposed against earlier bravado.
This contrast not only reveals a deeper emotional layer but also reflects the complexities of navigating personal struggles within a heavy metal context.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Ashes 4:09
- 2 Bury Me 3:53
- 3 Let It Out 5:05
- 4 Honest Eyes 3:57
- 5 That Fire 3:30
- 6 Fight 'til the Bitter End 3:43
- 7 Take It Easy 4:33
- 8 Lost in the Sound 4:59
- 9 Walking Dead Man 4:15
- 10 Into the Sky 4:52
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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