What makes Rust by Harm's Way notable?

'Rust' received critical acclaim for its innovative blend of hardcore and metal elements, leading to widespread recognition in the heavy music community. It debuted on various charts and helped the band gain a stronger foothold in the genre, influencing subsequent metalcore acts with its distinct sound and thematic depth. In 2015, Harm's Way released 'Rust' as their third studio album, following their breakthrough record 'Isolation' in 2013. This release marked a significant evolution in their sound, incorporating more industrial elements while solidifying their reputation within the metalcore scene. The album arrived at a time when the band was gaining traction, allowing them to push their creative boundaries further.

How many songs are on Rust?

Rust has 10 tracks, running approximately 33 minutes.

Rust

Harm's Way · 2015

33 min · 10 tracks · metalcore

A relentless fusion of metallic aggression and hardcore intensity, dripping with raw emotion and a sense of despair.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Infestation — Opening with crushing riffs and urgent vocals, this track sets a menacing tone for the album while showcasing the band's relentless energy and lyrical intensity.
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Cremation — This track exemplifies the band's ability to blend ferocious instrumentation with thought-provoking lyrics about mortality and decay, creating a haunting atmosphere.
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Amongst the Rust — Here, the band explores themes of disillusionment with an engaging mix of melody and aggression that encapsulates the essence of 'Rust'.
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Left to Disintegrate — With its dynamic shifts and emotional weight, this song highlights the band's range, balancing heaviness with moments of reflection and vulnerability.
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Ease My Mind — Closing out the album, this track combines introspective lyrics with powerful instrumentation, leaving listeners with a lasting impression of turmoil and resolution.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

64 /100

Treeline

Higher than 79% of albums we've rated

The album's aggressive sound and industrial influences create a distinct identity within metalcore.

What we noticed

The first three tracks maintain a high tempo and aggressive vocal delivery, while the fourth track introduces a slower, more atmospheric section.
Several songs feature abrupt transitions between sections, creating a jarring effect that enhances the emotional intensity.
The album incorporates industrial elements through the use of electronic textures and samples, particularly noticeable in tracks like 'Amongst the Rust'.

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: 8/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 7/10

Influence 4/10

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.

Tracklist

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

1 Infestation 3:24
2 Law of the Land 3:14
3 Cremation 2:44
4 Hope 2:39
5 Cancerous Ways 3:40
6 Amongst the Rust 2:50
7 Left to Disintegrate 4:26
8 Docile Bodies 2:11
9 Turned to Stone 4:22
10 Ease My Mind 4:20

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