Stand by for Pain
Widowmaker · 1994
53 min · 12 tracks · hard rock
A relentless blend of gritty riffs and powerful vocals that encapsulate the raw energy of 90s heavy metal.
Top tracks — play these first
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Killing Time — This opening track sets a high-energy tone with aggressive riffs and compelling lyrics about urgency and existential reflection, establishing the album's thematic foundation.
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Stand By for Pain — The titular track combines haunting melodies with visceral imagery, exemplifying the band's ability to merge lyrical depth with heavy instrumentation.
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Protect and Serve — This song critiques authority through its hard-hitting verses and catchy chorus, making it a standout commentary on societal issues amidst powerful musicianship.
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Your Sorrow — With its introspective lyrics and dynamic shifts in tempo, this track showcases the emotional range of the band while maintaining their signature heavy sound.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady pacing for focused listening
- gritty emotional resonance throughout
- great for late-night drives
- reflective moments of raw honesty
Maybe skip if you
- prefer instant gratification tracks
- avoid lengthy, cohesive experiences
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Widowmaker's 'Stand by for Pain' is their debut album, released in 1994. At this time, the band was establishing their presence in the heavy metal scene following the formation in the early 90s. The release positioned them to capture the hard rock audience transitioning from glam towards a heavier sound.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Alice Cooper· Iris· Freddie Mercury
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Just Business
The narrative voice adopts a cold, transactional tone while discussing betrayal and loyalty within personal relationships.
The stark shift in tone contrasts with more emotionally charged moments elsewhere on the album, highlighting the complexity of human interactions.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Killing Time 4:23
- 2 Long Gone 4:09
- 3 Protect and Serve 3:59
- 4 Ready to Fall 3:49
- 5 Circles 4:15
- 6 Stand By for Pain 5:53
- 7 Just Business 4:03
- 8 The Iron Road 4:24
- 9 Bad Rain 4:43
- 10 Your Sorrow 4:09
- 11 Cry a Dying Man’s Tears 4:39
- 12 All Things Must Change 5:05
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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