Skeletons
Wednesday 13 · 2008
40 min · 11 tracks · horror punk
A raw blend of horror punk and metal infused with catchy hooks and macabre themes that electrify the dark side of rock.
Top tracks — play these first
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Scream Baby Scream — This opening track sets the tone for the album with energetic riffs and playful horror imagery, encapsulating the essence of Wednesday 13's style.
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Gimmie Gimmie Bloodshed — A standout track that combines infectious hooks with tongue-in-cheek lyrics about violence, illustrating the band's signature blend of fun and fright.
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All American Massacre — This closing track showcases a darker narrative approach while maintaining a catchy chorus, highlighting the lyrical depth within the album's horror themes.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends catchy hooks with horror themes, showcasing solid craft but limited depth for repeat listens.
What we noticed
- The first three tracks maintain a high energy level with driving guitar riffs and aggressive vocals, establishing the album's horror punk aesthetic.
- Several songs feature abrupt tempo changes, such as 'Put Your Death Mask On,' which shifts from a fast-paced chorus to a slower, more melodic bridge.
- 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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7/10
- 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
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
- steady, consistent energy levels
- catchy hooks for sing-alongs
- engaging for headbanging sessions
- short, impactful listening bursts
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on January 1, 2008, Skeletons marked Wednesday 13's third studio album, following his 2006 release, Fang Bang. At this point in his career, Wednesday 13 was solidifying his presence in the horror punk genre after establishing a fan base with previous albums and extensive touring.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Murderdolls· AFI· Rob Zombie
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Scream Baby Scream 4:01
- 2 Not Another Teenage Anthem 3:54
- 3 Gimmie Gimmie Bloodshed 2:23
- 4 From Here to the Hearse 3:44
- 5 Put Your Death Mask On 3:54
- 6 Skeletons 4:49
- 7 My Demise 4:10
- 8 With Friends Like These 3:04
- 9 No Rabbit in the Hat 3:14
- 10 All American Massacre 3:11
- 11 Dead Carolina 3:52
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