Restoring Force
Of Mice & Men · 2014
38 min · 11 tracks · alternative metal · metalcore · post-hardcore
A fierce blend of melodic hooks and crushing riffs that encapsulates the struggle for resilience.
Why this album works
- Best for
- steady mid-tempo resilience anthems melodic hooks for sing-alongs uplifting messages in every track
- Context
- Released on January 27, 2014, 'Restoring Force' marked Of Mice & Men's third studio album, following their self-titled record. At this stage, the band was navigating significant lineup changes, as original bassist and clean vocalist Austin Carlile had left the band, leading them to explore new musical directions with vocalist Aaron Pauley taking a more central role.
- If you like
- alternative metal, metalcore, post-hardcore
Restoring Force is an album by Of Mice & Men, released in 2014. A fierce blend of melodic hooks and crushing riffs that encapsulates the struggle for resilience. 'Restoring Force' debuted at number 4 on the Billboard 200, solidifying Of Mice & Men's position in the post-hardcore scene. The album received generally positive reviews for its maturation in sound and emotional depth, influencing subsequent acts within the genre and contributing to the evolving landscape of alternative metal. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Restoring Force sound like?
A fierce blend of melodic hooks and crushing riffs that encapsulates the struggle for resilience. Rooted in alternative metal and metalcore.
What makes Restoring Force by Of Mice & Men notable?
'Restoring Force' debuted at number 4 on the Billboard 200, solidifying Of Mice & Men's position in the post-hardcore scene. The album received generally positive reviews for its maturation in sound and emotional depth, influencing subsequent acts within the genre and contributing to the evolving landscape of alternative metal. Released on January 27, 2014, 'Restoring Force' marked Of Mice & Men's third studio album, following their self-titled record. At this stage, the band was navigating significant lineup changes, as original bassist and clean vocalist Austin Carlile had left the band, leading them to explore new musical directions with vocalist Aaron Pauley taking a more central role.
Who is Restoring Force for?
Restoring Force works well if you're into steady mid-tempo resilience anthems, melodic hooks for sing-alongs and uplifting messages in every track.
How many songs are on Restoring Force?
Restoring Force has 11 tracks, running approximately 38 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Public Service Announcement 3:32
- 2 Feels Like Forever Standout 3:13
- 3 Bones Exposed 4:15
- 4 Would You Still Be There 3:12
- 5 Glass Hearts 3:14
- 6 Another You 3:45
- 7 Break Free 3:29
- 8 You Make Me Sick 3:21
- 9 Identity Disorder Standout 3:37
- 10 You’re Not Alone Standout 3:21
- 11 Space Enough to Grow 3:38
Release Date
January 27, 2014
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
38 min 42 sec
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