Released 20 years ago
Rebirth of the Temple
Silent Civilian · 2006
63 min · 13 tracks · thrash metal
A relentless blend of ferocious riffs, intricate rhythms, and powerful vocals that convey a deep sense of struggle and redemption.
Top tracks — play these first
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Rebirth of the Temple — The title track encapsulates the album's core themes of renewal and struggle, combining melodic elements with fierce vocals that illustrate a journey toward redemption.
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Funeral — This track stands out for its haunting lyrics and dynamic shifts in intensity, reflecting on loss while showcasing the band's ability to blend melody with aggression.
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Lies in the House of Shame — With its lengthy arrangement and complex structure, this song delves deeper into personal and societal issues, highlighting Santos's lyrical depth and vocal prowess.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases strong instrumentation and vocal dynamics but lacks a cohesive narrative throughout its runtime.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a high-energy track that sets a fast tempo, maintaining intensity through the first half before introducing slower, more melodic sections.
- Vocals alternate between aggressive screams and clean singing, often layered to create a dynamic contrast within the tracks.
- Several songs feature abrupt tempo changes, shifting from thrash metal riffs to breakdowns that emphasize rhythm over melody.
- 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
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
- dynamic emotional journeys
- long, immersive listening sessions
- gradual builds and payoffs
- intense reflective moments
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2006, Rebirth of the Temple is Silent Civilian's debut album, following the dissolution of the band Spineshank. This pivotal moment allowed frontman Jonny Santos to explore new creative directions within metalcore while establishing his distinct sound.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Oh, Sleeper· For Today· August Burns Red
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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First Amendment
The bridge confronts societal constraints directly, articulating a yearning for freedom amidst chaos.
This shift from an external observation to a personal plea intensifies the emotional weight, drawing listeners into a more intimate understanding of the struggle against oppression.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 A Call to Arms 1:24
- 2 Funeral 6:14
- 3 The Song Remains Un-Named 5:54
- 4 Rebirth of the Temple 4:12
- 5 Divided 6:07
- 6 Bitter Pill 3:44
- 7 Force Fed 3:44
- 8 Lies in the House of Shame 7:32
- 9 Wrath 5:53
- 10 Dead to Me 2006 5:06
- 11 First Amendment 4:34
- 12 Falling Down 3:08
- 13 Live Again 6:20
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