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Reiði

Black Foxxes · 2018

42 min · 10 tracks · hard rock

A raw blend of grunge and hard rock, pulsing with emotional intensity and introspective lyrics.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Breathe — The opening track sets the tone for the album with its powerful instrumentation and confessional lyrics about inner struggles, encapsulating the overarching themes of vulnerability and resilience.
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    Manic In Me — This track stands out for its frenetic energy and candid exploration of mental health issues, effectively bridging grunge influences with contemporary indie rock aesthetics.
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    Take Me Home — The emotional centerpiece of the album, this song features soaring melodies and poignant lyrics that reflect a longing for comfort and belonging, making it relatable to many listeners.
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    Float On — Closing out the album, this track provides a reflective resolution with its layered soundscapes and lyrical contemplation on life's challenges, leaving a lasting impression.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

50 /100
Foothills
Higher than 23% of albums we've rated

The album blends grunge and hard rock with emotional dynamics but lacks standout writing across all tracks.

What we noticed

  • The first three tracks feature a consistent mid-tempo pace, while the fourth track introduces a slower, more reflective tone.
  • Several songs utilize dynamic shifts, moving from quiet verses to explosive choruses that heighten emotional intensity.
  • The album includes moments of spoken word interludes, which add an introspective layer to the overall narrative.
Composition 25% of the score
6/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
7/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
6/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
6/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
5/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 2/10

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

  • introspective moments of self-reflection
  • energetic bursts for cathartic release
  • late-night drives with intensity
  • raw emotion in every track
  • short tracks for quick engagement

Maybe skip if you

  • seeking polished, radio-friendly sound
  • prefering long, soundscapes

Where this album fits

Career context
Reiði is Black Foxxes' second studio album, following their 2016 debut, I'm Not Well. At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their sound and expanding their audience, building on the critical acclaim received for their earlier work.
Stylistic neighbors
Basement· Deafheaven· Nothing

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Breathe 4:25
  • 2 Manic In Me 2:58
  • 3 Sæla 2:50
  • 4 The Big Wild 4:24
  • 5 Oh, It Had To Be You 5:03
  • 6 Joy 4:44
  • 7 Am I Losing It 3:45
  • 8 Flowers 4:24
  • 9 Take Me Home 4:25
  • 10 Float On 5:49

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