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Risk Revival

Hot Cross · 2007

43 min · 13 tracks · post-hardcore

Frantic rhythms and raw vocals collide in a cathartic exploration of personal and societal turmoil.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • cathartic exploration of turmoil
  • steady pacing with peaks
  • frantic rhythms for engagement
  • in-order listening for impact
  • short bursts of intensity

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking instant gratification
  • prefer standalone tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on January 1, 2007, 'Risk Revival' is Hot Cross's third studio album following 'A New Set of Lungs' (2005). At this point, the band had established their presence in the post-hardcore scene, refining their sound while navigating lineup changes that occurred prior to this release. The album represents a culmination of their artistic development, showcasing more intricate arrangements and thematic depth.
Stylistic neighbors
Senses Fail· Escape the Fate· Ice Nine Kills

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Exits and Trails 3:51
  • 2 Turncoat Revolution 4:25
  • 3 Resent Resist Rebuild 0:38
  • 4 Fire the Foundations 3:15
  • 5 Cardiac Silence 3:19
  • 6 Kill the Name 3:52
  • 7 Silence Is Failure 2:43
  • 8 Fatefully 4:16
  • 9 Existence 3:22
  • 10 Rejoinder 3:13
  • 11 Finance Fuels the Sickness at Heart 4:04
  • 12 Blame Truth 1:54
  • 13 Scrape Wisdom 4:59

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