Released 5 years ago this October
Radical
Every Time I Die · 2021
51 min · 16 tracks · hardcore punk
A frenetic blend of hardcore punk and metalcore that challenges listeners with its raw energy and biting social commentary.
Top tracks — play these first
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Planet Shit — This track encapsulates the album's critical perspective on modern society, blending aggressive riffs with pointed lyrics that reflect disillusionment and urgency.
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Post-Boredom — With its driving rhythm and sharp lyrics, this song captures a sense of restlessness that resonates throughout the album, making it a standout anthem for those grappling with existential angst.
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A Colossal Wreck — This track showcases the band's ability to balance chaos and melody, presenting a narrative that addresses personal and societal collapse, representing a core theme of the album.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends aggressive energy with thoughtful commentary, showcasing strong craft but uneven cohesion.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album features aggressive tempos and complex guitar riffs, while the second half shifts to more introspective lyrics and varied dynamics.
- Several songs incorporate spoken word segments that contrast with the heavy instrumentation, adding depth to the lyrical themes.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
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
- steady pacing for active listening
- introspective themes with aggressive energy
- short tracks for quick engagement
- cathartic release through chaotic riffs
Maybe skip if you
- prefer soothing, mellow soundscapes
- seek longer, immersive compositions
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Radical is Every Time I Die's ninth studio album, marking their first release since the departure of guitarist Jordan Buckley. This album arrives during a period of reflection for the band, as they navigate changes in their lineup while striving to maintain their signature sound and intensity.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Chariot· Norma Jean· Hopesfall
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Dark Distance 2:54
- 2 Sly 2:31
- 3 Planet Shit 3:56
- 4 Post-Boredom 3:16
- 5 A Colossal Wreck 2:28
- 6 Desperate Pleasures 3:11
- 7 All This and War 3:10
- 8 Thing with Feathers 3:38
- 9 Hostile Architecture 2:36
- 10 Awol 2:10
- 11 The Whip 2:30
- 12 White Void 3:34
- 13 Distress Rehearsal 3:13
- 14 Sexsexsex 3:27
- 15 People Verses 3:33
- 16 We Go Together 5:02
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