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Pride & Glory

Pride & Glory · 1994

74 min · 14 tracks · Southern rock

A gritty blend of Southern rock and heavy metal, infused with heartfelt storytelling and raw emotional energy.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Horse Called War — This track stands out with its driving riffs and introspective lyrics about conflict and struggle, encapsulating the album's raw energy.
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    Shine On — The emotional depth of this song showcases Wylde's lyrical vulnerability and ability to blend heavy instrumentation with heartfelt melodies.
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    Harvester of Pain — With its powerful vocal delivery and dynamic shifts, this track exemplifies the album's mix of Southern rock grit and metal intensity.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

73 /100
Treeline
Higher than 77% of albums we've rated

The album blends Southern rock and heavy metal with strong songwriting and emotional depth, though it has a limited cultural footprint.

What we noticed

  • The first half of the album features high-energy tracks with heavy guitar riffs, while the second half shifts to more introspective themes and slower tempos.
  • The lyrics often reflect personal struggles and storytelling, with a consistent focus on raw emotional expression throughout the tracks.
Composition 25% of the score
7/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
8/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
6/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
7/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
6/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 4/10

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.

Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

  • Shine On

    A pivotal moment occurs when the narrative shifts from despair to hope, reflecting on personal resilience amidst hardship.

    This transition not only emphasizes a thematic evolution but also highlights Wylde's skill in weaving complex emotions into compelling narratives.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Losin' Your Mind 5:28
  • 2 Horse Called War 5:00
  • 3 Shine On 6:44
  • 4 Lovin' Woman 3:46
  • 5 Harvester of Pain 5:06
  • 6 The Chosen One 6:49
  • 7 Sweet Jesus 3:48
  • 8 Troubled Wine 5:39
  • 9 Machine Gun Man 4:56
  • 10 Cry Me a River 4:37
  • 11 Toe'n the Line 7:16
  • 12 Found a Friend 6:03
  • 13 Fadin' Away 4:55
  • 14 Hate Your Guts 4:34

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