Starting Over
Killswitch Engage · 2009
3 min · 1 track · melodic metalcore
A cathartic blend of melodic metalcore and introspective lyrics that captures the essence of personal renewal and resilience.
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Starting Over — The title track encapsulates the album's themes of rebirth and perseverance, featuring powerful melodies that juxtapose heavy riffs with uplifting choruses.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The track showcases solid songwriting and production typical of its genre but lacks broader impact.
What we noticed
- The track features a dynamic contrast between clean and harsh vocals, alternating throughout the song.
- The song structure follows a traditional verse-chorus format, with an extended bridge that builds intensity before the final chorus.
- 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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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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4/10
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.
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — Marks the return of original vocalist and solidified their place in metalcore after hiatus.
- Themes
- personal renewal· heavy riffs and resilience
- Career context
- In 2009, Killswitch Engage was on the brink of a major comeback after a brief hiatus. 'Starting Over' marked their return with original vocalist Jesse Leach, following their 2006 album 'As Daylight Dies'. This pivotal moment in their career showcased a revitalized sound and lyrical depth as they navigated personal challenges and lineup changes.
- Stylistic neighbors
- As I Lay Dying· Parkway Drive· August Burns Red
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Starting Over
The bridge shifts to a hopeful tone, urging listeners to embrace change and move forward despite past struggles.
This shift in perspective emphasizes a proactive approach to overcoming adversity, contrasting earlier sections that reflect on past hardships.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Starting Over 3:51
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