Top tracks — play these first
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Last Day Under the Sun Start here — The opening track sets an upbeat tone with its infectious chorus and establishes the album's blend of hard rock energy and melodic elements.
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Die to Live — Featuring a collaboration with Neil Fallon of Clutch, this track combines powerful vocals and lyrical depth, showcasing the band's ability to merge styles effectively.
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When We Were Kids — This nostalgic anthem reflects on youth and growth, resonating with listeners through its relatable lyrics and memorable hooks that capture the essence of the album.
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Parasite — At just 37 seconds long, this track stands out for its raw energy and punk influences, providing a brief but intense experience that contrasts with the album's longer songs.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases strong songwriting and production but lacks a fully cohesive flow across its length.
What we noticed
- The first three tracks maintain a fast tempo with driving guitar riffs and energetic vocals, setting a high-energy tone for the album.
- Several songs feature call-and-response vocal patterns, creating an interactive feel that engages listeners.
- 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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6/10
- 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
- dynamic progression with peaks
- infectious melodies for sing-alongs
- explosive riffs for high energy
- nostalgic themes of youth
- for road trip playlists
Maybe skip if you
- slow, patient listening experiences
- minimalist soundscapes and textures
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — This album further established Volbeat's presence in the heavy music scene.
- Career context
- Released on August 2, 2019, 'Rewind, Replay, Rebound' is Volbeat's seventh studio album, following their commercially successful 'Seal the Deal & Let's Boogie'. At this point in their career, they continued to solidify their signature sound while exploring new lyrical themes and musical influences.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Five Finger Death Punch· Halestorm· Avenged Sevenfold
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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When We Were Kids
The narrative shifts from past reflections to present realizations about innocence lost and life’s challenges.
This transition deepens the emotional impact by juxtaposing cherished memories against the harsh realities of adulthood.
Tracklist
- 1 Last Day Under the Sun Start here 4:47
- 2 Pelvis on Fire 3:05
- 3 Rewind the Exit 4:14
- 4 Die to Live 3:02
- 5 When We Were Kids 4:36
- 6 Sorry Sack of Bones 3:48
- 7 Cloud 9 4:57
- 8 Cheapside Sloggers 3:52
- 9 Maybe I Believe 4:58
- 10 Parasite 0:37
- 11 Leviathan 4:35
- 12 The Awakening of Bonnie Parker 4:18
- 13 The Everlasting 5:50
- 14 7:24 4:06
- 15 Under the Influence 4:32
- 16 Immortal but Destructible 4:35
- 17 Under the Influence (demo) 4:32
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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