Symphonies
In Fear and Faith · 2011
24 min · 7 tracks · art rock
Melodic post-hardcore textures interweave with orchestral elements, creating an expansive soundscape that balances aggression and introspection.
Top tracks — play these first
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Bones — This track stands out for its dynamic shifts between aggressive verses and soaring choruses, encapsulating the band's signature blend of intensity and melody.
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The Road to Hell Is Paved With Good Intentions — With its poignant lyrics and intricate instrumentation, this track exemplifies the emotional depth present throughout the EP, highlighting the band's lyrical maturity.
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Silence Is Screaming — The closing track effectively combines atmospheric elements with powerful vocal delivery, marking a fitting conclusion to the EP's exploration of inner turmoil.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The EP blends orchestral and post-hardcore elements effectively, showcasing strong arrangements and emotional depth.
What we noticed
- The first track opens with a sweeping orchestral arrangement that sets a dramatic tone, followed by heavy guitar riffs that introduce the post-hardcore elements.
- Several tracks feature alternating clean and harsh vocals, creating dynamic contrasts that enhance the emotional weight of the lyrics.
- The EP includes intricate instrumental sections, particularly in 'The Solitary Life', where strings and piano interweave with the heavier instrumentation.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Novus Initium 0:47
- 2 Bones 3:35
- 3 The High Life 3:45
- 4 The Taste of Regret 6:14
- 5 The Solitary Life 3:04
- 6 The Road to Hell Is Paved With Good Intentions 3:29
- 7 Silence Is Screaming 3:43
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