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Released 10 years ago

ROCKISDEAD

Dorothy · 2016

35 min · 11 tracks · hard rock

A gritty fusion of hard rock riffs and anthemic choruses that channels raw, rebellious energy.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Raise Hell — This track stands out with its empowering message and catchy chorus, making it an anthem for defiance and independence.
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    Wicked Ones — The song showcases a darker lyrical theme combined with a driving beat, exemplifying the album's hard rock essence and Dorothy's vocal prowess.
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    Gun in My Hand — With its provocative title and intense instrumentation, this track captures the album's rebellious spirit and highlights the band's bold approach to songwriting.
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    Woman — This celebration of female empowerment features powerful vocals and a relentless rhythm, making it a standout declaration within the album.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

46 /100
Foothills
Higher than 10% of albums we've rated

The album combines energetic rock elements but doesn't fully stand out in a crowded genre.

What we noticed

  • The first three tracks maintain a high energy level with driving guitar riffs and powerful vocals, setting a strong tone for the album.
  • Several tracks feature call-and-response vocal patterns, enhancing the anthemic quality of the choruses.
Composition 25% of the score
6/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
7/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
5/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
5/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
6/10

running order, pacing, length

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

  • short bursts of rebellious energy
  • anthemic choruses for group sing-alongs
  • cathartic release through gritty sound
  • for late-night driving

Maybe skip if you

  • prefer mellow, slow-paced music
  • seek long, immersive experiences

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on January 1, 2016, ROCKISDEAD marked Dorothy's second studio album, following their self-titled debut in 2013. At this point in their career, the band sought to solidify their identity in a crowded rock landscape, bringing a more polished sound while retaining their fierce, unapologetic attitude.
Stylistic neighbors
Halestorm· The Pretty Reckless· Lzzy Hale

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Kiss It 2:33
  • 2 Dark Nights 3:09
  • 3 Raise Hell 3:01
  • 4 Wicked Ones 2:52
  • 5 Gun in My Hand 3:20
  • 6 Medicine Man 3:19
  • 7 Woman 3:41
  • 8 Whiskey Fever 2:37
  • 9 After Midnight 2:29
  • 10 Missile 3:24
  • 11 Shelter 4:32

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