Some Kind of Hate
Aiden · 2011
27 min · 10 tracks · alternative rock
Aggressive riffs collide with haunting melodies, capturing the essence of youthful angst and rebellion in a horror-punk landscape.
Top tracks — play these first
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There Will Be Blood — Opening with raw energy, this track sets the tone for the album with its relentless drive and dark lyrical themes that define Aiden's aesthetic.
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Freedom From Religion — This song captures a critical stance on societal norms through its confrontational lyrics, reflecting Aiden's willingness to tackle controversial topics head-on.
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The Courage to Carry On — An introspective piece that balances aggression with vulnerability, showcasing the band's ability to convey deep emotion wrapped in punk influences.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album combines aggressive riffs with haunting melodies, reflecting youthful angst within a horror-punk context.
What we noticed
- Several tracks incorporate haunting melodies layered over heavy instrumentation, creating a contrast between aggression and vulnerability.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- 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
- short bursts of intense energy
- cathartic release for frustration
- for rebellious moments
- haunting melodies with aggression
Maybe skip if you
- prefer lengthy immersive albums
- seek soothing background music
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in January 2011, Some Kind of Hate is Aiden's fourth studio album and marks a significant point in their evolution following their previous release, Conviction. At this time, the band was solidifying their presence within the horror punk and post-hardcore scenes while navigating shifts in their lineup and sound.
- Stylistic neighbors
- AFI· My Chemical Romance· The Used
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Broken Bones
The moment shifts from bravado to vulnerability as the song explores physical pain intertwined with emotional struggles.
By contrasting strength with fragility, this moment deepens the thematic complexity of the song, illustrating how pain can be both a burden and a source of resilience.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 There Will Be Blood 3:37
- 2 Broken Bones 3:08
- 3 Irony in the Shadows 2:29
- 4 London Dungeon 3:17
- 5 Deactivate 3:25
- 6 Grotesque Vanity 1:40
- 7 Transmission 3:13
- 8 Freedom From Religion 1:58
- 9 The Courage to Carry On 2:17
- 10 In the End 2:46
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