The Artificial Theory for the Dramatic Beauty
Crossfaith · 2009
25 min · 8 tracks · metalcore
A frenetic blend of electronic beats and metalcore intensity creates an exhilarating sonic landscape that captures the chaos of youth.
Top tracks — play these first
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Mirror — This track exemplifies the album's duality, merging aggressive guitar riffs with pulsating electronic elements, showcasing Crossfaith's innovative approach to genre blending.
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Voices — The song features an infectious chorus that highlights both melodic elements and heavy breakdowns, making it a standout example of their dynamic range.
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Fiction in hope — With its introspective lyrics and powerful instrumentation, this track encapsulates the emotional depth that underpins much of the album's thematic content.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album effectively blends metalcore and electronic elements, establishing a distinct sound within its genre.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a high-energy track that sets a fast pace, which is maintained through the first four songs before an interlude slows things down.
- Electronic elements are layered throughout, often intertwining with heavy guitar riffs and aggressive vocals, creating a chaotic soundscape.
- Several tracks feature breakdowns typical of metalcore, but they are frequently punctuated by electronic drops or synth melodies.
- 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
Significant within its genre. 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
- short bursts of youthful energy
- exhilarating chaos of sound
- dynamic shifts in intensity
- vibrant anthems for adrenaline seekers
Maybe skip if you
- prefer slow, contemplative music
- seek lengthy, immersive experiences
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2009, The Artificial Theory for the Dramatic Beauty was Crossfaith's debut album, marking their entrance into the burgeoning electronicore scene. At this point in their career, the band was still developing their signature sound, which would later gain them international recognition and a dedicated fanbase.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Browning· Enter Shikari· I See Stars
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Voices
The climactic bridge shifts from a whispered vulnerability to a full-throated scream, illustrating a battle between despair and determination.
This dramatic escalation mirrors the song's exploration of internal conflict, effectively contrasting softness with raw intensity.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 If you want to wake up? 2:00
- 2 Mirror 4:05
- 3 Blue 3:53
- 4 Fiction in hope 4:32
- 5 Interlude 1:12
- 6 Voices 3:39
- 7 K 4:05
- 8 Chemicarium 1:53
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