Suicide Silence
Suicide Silence · 2017
44 min · 9 tracks · deathcore
A visceral blend of aggressive riffs and haunting melodies that encapsulates the raw intensity of modern deathcore.
Top tracks — play these first
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Doris Start here — Opens with a powerful riff that sets a dark tone, showcasing the band's signature sound while introducing listeners to Hermida's vocal versatility.
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Listen — This track combines heavy instrumentation with introspective lyrics, illustrating the band's exploration of vulnerability amid aggression.
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Conformity — Features complex rhythms and a compelling breakdown that exemplifies their ability to meld brutality with melody, making it a standout moment on the album.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends aggressive and melodic elements, showcasing a notable stylistic shift for the band.
What we noticed
- The album includes several tempo changes, notably slowing down significantly in the middle section before ramping up again.
- The final track ends with an extended instrumental outro that contrasts sharply with the preceding vocal-heavy songs.
- 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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7/10
- 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
Known within its scene. 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
- steady mid-tempo progression
- haunting melodies with aggression
- visceral listening experience
- for focused sessions
Maybe skip if you
- prefer instant gratification
- demand variety in tracks
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Experimental — This album's stylistic shift polarized fans and marked a departure from their established sound.
- Themes
- grief and loss· vocal transition· personal struggle
- Career context
- Released on February 24, 2017, this self-titled album marked a significant return for Suicide Silence after their previous release, 'You Can't Stop Me' in 2014. It was their first album featuring new vocalist Eddie Hermida, who joined the band following the tragic death of former frontman Mitch Lucker. This transition represented a pivotal moment as they aimed to redefine their sound while honoring their legacy.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Whitechapel· Carnifex· Chelsea Grin
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Run
The bridge introduces a shift where the lyrics call for breaking free from societal constraints, creating an urgent sense of liberation.
The abrupt change in tone emphasizes a critical turning point in the song, adding depth to the narrative of self-empowerment.
Tracklist
- 1 Doris Start here 4:28
- 2 Silence 4:40
- 3 Listen 5:32
- 4 Dying in a Red Room 4:45
- 5 Hold Me Up, Hold Me Down 5:18
- 6 Run 4:26
- 7 The Zero 4:54
- 8 Conformity 5:54
- 9 Don’t Be Careful, You Might Hurt Yourself 4:21
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