What does Revolution sound like?

A high-octane fusion of hard rock and electronic elements that energizes with a rebellious spirit. Rooted in alternative rock and hard rock. Start with "Showtime".

Is Revolution a good place to start with Skillet?

Yes, Revolution is recommended as a starting point for new Skillet listeners. A high-octane fusion of hard rock and electronic elements that energizes with a rebellious spirit. Released on November 1, 2024, 'Revolution' marks Skillet's ninth studio album, following their commercially successful 'Victorious' from 2019. At this point in their career, the band solidified their status as leaders in the Christian rock genre while exploring more industrial and electronic influences.

Who is Revolution for?

Revolution works well if you're into steady anthems for empowerment, mid-tempo energy for focus and dynamic introspection and reflection.

How many songs are on Revolution?

Revolution has 10 tracks, running approximately 35 minutes.

Revolution

Skillet · 2024

35 min · 10 tracks · alternative rock

A high-octane fusion of hard rock and electronic elements that energizes with a rebellious spirit.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Showtime Start here — establishes the sonic palette early
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Unpopular — This track addresses themes of isolation and defiance against societal pressures, encapsulating the album's rebellious tone through its driving beat and anthemic chorus.
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Revolution — The title track serves as a rallying cry for transformation and self-empowerment, showcasing Skillet's signature sound while pushing lyrical boundaries.
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Death Defier — With its intense energy and message of resilience, this track exemplifies the band's ability to blend heavy instrumentation with uplifting motifs.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

58 /100

Treeline

Higher than 49% of albums we've rated

The album combines energetic rock with electronic influences, showcasing strong songwriting but varying cohesion.

What we noticed

The album opens with a fast-paced track that sets a high energy level, maintaining this intensity through the first half before introducing slower, more reflective songs.
Several tracks feature electronic elements layered over traditional rock instrumentation, creating a dynamic soundscape that shifts between aggressive and melodic.
The title track features a prominent anthemic chorus that invites listener participation, contrasting with more introspective verses in other songs.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 8/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 7/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 5/10

Influence 3/10

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.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

steady anthems for empowerment
mid-tempo energy for focus
dynamic introspection and reflection
motivational themes for perseverance

Maybe skip if you

prefer slow, sounds
seek instant gratification tracks

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Late Career Highlight — Shows continued vitality and relevance in Skillet's sound and themes.
Themes: societal defiance· electronic rebellion· self-empowerment anthem
Career context: Released on November 1, 2024, 'Revolution' marks Skillet's ninth studio album, following their commercially successful 'Victorious' from 2019. At this point in their career, the band solidified their status as leaders in the Christian rock genre while exploring more industrial and electronic influences.
Stylistic neighbors: Red· Thousand Foot Krutch· Breaking Benjamin

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Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

Unpopular

The verses vividly depict feelings of being marginalized while the chorus shifts to a bold declaration of individuality.

This contrast between vulnerability in the verses and empowerment in the chorus reflects a powerful journey from doubt to confidence.