Stomachaches
Frank Iero · 2014
37 min · 12 tracks · alternative rock
Raw emotional intensity collides with melodic hooks and gritty instrumentation, reflecting the struggles of post-hardcore life.
Top tracks — play these first
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.Weighted. — This track encapsulates the album's overarching theme of struggle and self-doubt through its heavy riffs and emotionally charged lyrics, making it a standout representation of Iero's solo direction.
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.Guilt Tripping. — This track features a haunting melody paired with introspective lyrics about regret, showcasing Iero's lyrical depth amid powerful instrumentation.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends raw emotion with melodic hooks but lacks strong cohesion and distinctiveness.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a raw, distorted guitar riff that sets a gritty tone, which is maintained throughout the first half.
- Tracks often feature abrupt tempo changes, such as moving from fast-paced verses to slower, more melodic choruses.
- 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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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
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
- raw emotional intensity and urgency
- short bursts of cathartic release
- melodic hooks with gritty instrumentation
- reflective moments of personal struggle
Maybe skip if you
- prefer polished production values
- seek lengthy, sprawling compositions
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on January 1, 2014, 'Stomachaches' marked Frank Iero's debut solo album after his tenure with My Chemical Romance ended in 2013. At this juncture, Iero sought to assert his artistic identity outside of the band, exploring personal themes through a more intimate lens.
- Stylistic neighbors
- My Chemical Romance· Thursday· Taking Back Sunday
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 .All I Want Is Nothing. 1:50
- 2 .Weighted. 4:17
- 3 .Blood Infections. 2:18
- 4 ...The Prettiest Girl... 3:36
- 5 .Stitches. 4:37
- 6 .Joyriding. 2:20
- 7 .Stage 4 Fear of Trying. 3:17
- 8 .Tragician. 3:08
- 9 .Neverenders. 1:57
- 10 .Smoke Rings. 2:19
- 11 .Guilt Tripping. 4:21
- 12 .Where Do We Belong?... 3:20
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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