Released 15 years ago this October
The Devil's Rain
Misfits · 2011
50 min · 16 tracks · hardcore punk
A ferocious blend of punk energy and horror-themed narratives that channels the band's trademark macabre aesthetic.
Top tracks — play these first
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The Devil's Rain Start here — As the title track, it encapsulates the album's horror-punk essence while setting a dark tone with its relentless riffs and aggressive vocals.
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Curse of the Mummy's Hand — This track highlights the band's storytelling prowess, weaving a narrative steeped in horror that aligns perfectly with their established aesthetic.
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Land of the Dead — With its driving tempo and engaging chorus, this song underscores the album's thematic focus on death and decay while appealing to punk sensibilities.
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Father — This track stands out for its emotional depth, contrasting with typical horror motifs by exploring themes of loss and parental relationships.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album revives classic Misfits themes with energetic performances, though it doesn't fully innovate within the genre.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a title track that sets a dark tone, followed by a series of fast-paced songs that rarely drop below mid-tempo.
- Each song typically features aggressive guitar riffs and shouted vocals, maintaining a consistent energy throughout the record.
- Several tracks incorporate horror-themed narratives, with lyrics referencing classic horror motifs, which align with the band's established aesthetic.
- 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
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whether it sounds like itself
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- ferocious energy for intense moments
- wave-like pacing with urgency
- dynamic mix of intensity
- for late-night drives
Maybe skip if you
- seeking mellow, relaxing sounds
- prefer standalone, radio-friendly tracks
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Late Career Highlight — Revitalizes original themes and styles, resonating with long-time fans after a long hiatus.
- Career context
- Released on October 4, 2011, The Devil's Rain marks the Misfits' first studio album in nearly a decade since their previous effort, Project 1950. At this point in their career, the band was revitalizing their legacy with new material, following lineup changes that included founding member Jerry Only as the primary driving force behind the group.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Damned· AFI· Balzac
Tracklist
- 1 The Devil's Rain Start here 3:22
- 2 Vivid Red 1:55
- 3 Land of the Dead 2:13
- 4 The Black Hole 1:50
- 5 Twilight of the Dead 2:33
- 6 Curse of the Mummy's Hand 3:49
- 7 Cold in Hell 2:50
- 8 Unexplained 3:03
- 9 Dark Shadows 3:40
- 10 Father 3:39
- 11 Jack the Ripper 3:49
- 12 Monkey's Paw 2:47
- 13 Where Do They Go? 2:39
- 14 Sleepwalkin' 4:13
- 15 Ghost of Frankenstein 2:55
- 16 Death Ray 4:58
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
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