Is Temper Temper a good place to start with Bullet for My Valentine?

Yes, Temper Temper is recommended as a starting point for new Bullet for My Valentine listeners. A blend of aggressive riffs and melodic hooks that captures the turmoil of modern relationships in a metalcore framework. Released on February 12, 2013, Temper Temper is Bullet for My Valentine's fourth studio album, coming after their successful release, Fever. At this point in their career, the band was navigating a transition in sound and lineup stability, as they sought to expand their musical palette while maintaining their metalcore roots.

Who is Temper Temper for?

Temper Temper works well if you're into steady energy for workout sessions, cathartic release for frustration and catchy hooks that invite headbanging.

How many songs are on Temper Temper?

Temper Temper has 11 tracks, running approximately 44 minutes.

Temper Temper

Bullet for My Valentine · 2013

44 min · 11 tracks · punk rock

A blend of aggressive riffs and melodic hooks that captures the turmoil of modern relationships in a metalcore framework.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Breaking Point Start here — This track opens the album with an explosive energy that sets the tone for the rest of the record while addressing themes of frustration and emotional struggle.
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Temper Temper — The title track exemplifies the band's signature sound, featuring a catchy chorus and poignant lyrics about anger and betrayal that resonate throughout the album.
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Tears Don’t Fall, Part 2 — Serving as a sequel to one of their earlier hits, this track deepens the narrative around heartbreak and loss, showcasing lyrical maturity paired with potent instrumentation.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

43 /100

Lowland

Higher than 2% of albums we've rated

The album blends aggressive and melodic elements but lacks standout compositions and cohesion.

What we noticed

The first three tracks feature aggressive guitar riffs and high-energy drumming, establishing a fast-paced tone that persists through the initial half of the album.
Several songs incorporate melodic choruses that contrast with the heavier verses, creating a dynamic interplay between aggression and melody.
The final two tracks slow down the tempo significantly, shifting to more introspective themes and allowing for a reflective conclusion.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
Craft 20% of the score: 6/10
Durability 25% of the score: 5/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 5/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 6/10

Influence 3/10

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 energy for workout sessions
cathartic release for frustration
catchy hooks that invite headbanging
emotional turbulence in every track
for group sing-alongs

Maybe skip if you

prefer slow, soundscapes
seek mellow, introspective listening

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Deep Cut — While notable, it doesn't define their career or stand out as a peak or breakthrough.
Themes: emotional turmoil· betrayal and anger· modern heartbreak
Career context: Released on February 12, 2013, Temper Temper is Bullet for My Valentine's fourth studio album, coming after their successful release, Fever. At this point in their career, the band was navigating a transition in sound and lineup stability, as they sought to expand their musical palette while maintaining their metalcore roots.
Stylistic neighbors: Killswitch Engage· Parkway Drive· As I Lay Dying