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The Curse

Atreyu · 2004

55 min · 16 tracks · alternative metal · metalcore

A blend of aggressive metalcore and melodic hooks that echo the emotional turmoil of youth.

Why this album works

Upon its release, 'The Curse' debuted at number 36 on the Billboard 200 chart, marking a significant commercial success for Atreyu. The album received critical acclaim for its dynamic sound and lyrical depth, helping to further popularize the metalcore genre in the early 2000s and influencing a wave of subsequent bands.
Career context
Released in 2004, 'The Curse' was Atreyu's third studio album following their breakthrough with 'The Betrayed.' At this point, they were solidifying their place in the metalcore scene with an expanding fanbase and notable festival appearances. This album marked a crucial evolution in their sound, showcasing a balance between aggression and melody.
Stylistic neighbors
Rob Zombie· Tom Morello· Carajo

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

Disc 1

  • 1 Blood Children (An Introduction) 1:14
  • 2 Bleeding Mascara Standout 2:26
  • 3 Right Side of the Bed Standout 3:42
  • 4 This Flesh a Tomb 3:59
  • 5 You Eclipsed by Me 3:38
  • 6 The Crimson 4:01
  • 7 The Remembrance Ballad 4:27
  • 8 An Interlude 2:09
  • 9 Corseting 2:10
  • 10 Demonology and Heartache Standout 3:42
  • 11 My Sanity on the Funeral Pyre 3:40
  • 12 Nevada’s Grace 3:48
  • 13 Five Vicodin Chased With a Shot of Clarity 4:26

Disc 2

  • 1 Possessed 2:56
  • 2 American Hollow 3:35
  • 3 The Sadist Nation 5:12

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