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.
Why this album works
'Risk Revival' received significant attention within the underground post-hardcore community, noted for its lyrical intensity and complex musicality. The album contributed to Hot Cross's reputation as a pivotal influence in the genre, often cited by emerging bands looking to blend aggression with introspection, despite not achieving mainstream chart success.
- Best for
- cathartic exploration of turmoil steady pacing with peaks frantic rhythms for engagement
- 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· Electric Callboy· Escape the Fate
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Exits and Trails 3:51
- 2 Turncoat Revolution Standout 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 Standout 2:43
- 8 Fatefully 4:16
- 9 Existence 3:22
- 10 Rejoinder 3:13
- 11 Finance Fuels the Sickness at Heart Standout 4:04
- 12 Blame Truth 1:54
- 13 Scrape Wisdom 4:59
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