Siren Charms
In Flames · 2014
49 min · 12 tracks · alternative metal
Melodic death metal melodies intertwine with alternative rock influences, creating a haunting yet accessible soundscape.
Top tracks — play these first
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In Plain View Start here — This opening track sets the tone for the album with its introspective lyrics and infectious melody, showcasing the band's melodic direction.
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Rusted Nail — With its driving rhythm and striking chorus, this track exemplifies the balance between heaviness and melody that characterizes the album.
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Monsters in the Ballroom — This song captures the essence of the band's lyrical themes of struggle and confrontation, wrapped in an engaging melodic structure.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends melodic death metal with alternative rock, showing some depth but lacking strong cohesion.
What we noticed
- The first three tracks feature a consistent mid-tempo pace, while the fourth track introduces a more atmospheric sound with layered guitar effects.
- The last three tracks slow down the tempo significantly, allowing for a more introspective and haunting conclusion.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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5/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Little footprint beyond its audience. 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
- steady mid-tempo reflective journey
- introspective themes for deep listening
- haunting melodies for emotional release
- consistent flow for focused sessions
Maybe skip if you
- seekers of instant gratification
- prefer upbeat party anthems
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Experimental — This album represents a significant shift in sound for the band.
- Career context
- By the time 'Siren Charms' was released in 2014, In Flames had transitioned into a more mainstream sound following their 2011 album 'Sounds of a Playground Fading'. This marked their continued evolution away from their earlier, heavier material toward a blend of melodic elements and alternative rock sensibilities.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Dark Tranquillity· Soilwork· Arch Enemy
Tracklist
- 1 In Plain View Start here 4:06
- 2 Everything’s Gone 3:25
- 3 Paralyzed 4:16
- 4 Through Oblivion 3:39
- 5 With Eyes Wide Open 3:59
- 6 Siren Charms 3:06
- 7 When the World Explodes 4:40
- 8 Rusted Nail 4:55
- 9 Dead Eyes 5:24
- 10 Monsters in the Ballroom 3:54
- 11 Filtered Truth 3:32
- 12 Become the Sky 4:01
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