Static cover

Static

Huntress · 2015

50 min · 11 tracks · heavy metal

A visceral blend of haunting melodies and aggressive riffs that captures the relentless spirit of modern heavy metal.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Sorrow — Opening the album with a hauntingly melodic introduction, this track embodies the juxtaposition of vulnerability and strength that permeates Static.
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    Mania — With its extended runtime, this song showcases Huntress's ability to blend complex arrangements with raw emotion, making it a standout moment on the record.
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    Fire in My Heart — This track encapsulates the band's signature sound while also delivering a powerful message about resilience and inner strength.
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    Black Tongue — A fierce anthem that combines biting lyrics with dynamic instrumentation, representing the confrontational spirit of heavy metal.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

48 /100
Foothills
Higher than 19% of albums we've rated

The album blends aggressive riffs with melodic elements, showcasing Huntress's evolving sound but lacks standout cohesion.

What we noticed

  • The first half of the album features high-energy tracks with aggressive guitar riffs and rapid tempos, while the second half introduces slower, more melodic sections.
  • Several tracks incorporate dynamic shifts, alternating between heavy instrumentation and softer, haunting melodies that create a sense of tension.
  • The lyrics often explore personal struggles and societal issues, with a focus on vivid imagery and emotional intensity.
Composition 25% of the score
6/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
7/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
5/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
6/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
6/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 2/10

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.

Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

  • I Want to Wanna Wake Up

    The chorus shifts from a yearning for connection to an acceptance of solitude, creating a powerful contrast.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Sorrow 3:48
  • 2 Flesh 4:13
  • 3 Brian 4:36
  • 4 I Want to Wanna Wake Up 3:27
  • 5 Mania 8:43
  • 6 Four Blood Moons 4:59
  • 7 Static 3:47
  • 8 Harsh Times on Planet Stoked 4:42
  • 9 Noble Savage 4:37
  • 10 Fire in My Heart 4:31
  • 11 Black Tongue 3:28

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