The Dream, The Space
Crossfaith · 2011
34 min · 11 tracks · metalcore
Frenetic electronic beats intertwine with metalcore riffs, creating a chaotic yet melodic soundscape that defies genre boundaries.
Top tracks — play these first
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Chaos Attractor — This track exemplifies the band's energetic blend of metalcore and electronic elements, with its relentless pace and catchy hooks that define their signature sound.
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Stars Faded in Slow Motion — Combining atmospheric synths with heavy guitar work, this song demonstrates the band's ability to create emotional depth amidst explosive energy.
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OMEN — With its aggressive rhythms and anthemic choruses, OMEN encapsulates the album's overall intensity while showcasing the band's lyrical exploration of existential themes.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases a unique blend of metalcore and electronic elements, though it has some uneven pacing.
What we noticed
- The first three tracks feature rapid tempo changes and heavy electronic elements, creating a sense of urgency.
- Several tracks incorporate interludes that shift the mood dramatically, such as 'Panorama', which slows down the pace.
- The album frequently alternates between clean and harsh vocals, enhancing the contrast between melodic and aggressive sections.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- 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
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
- short bursts of frenetic energy
- chaotic melodies with emotional depth
- interludes that enhance immersion
- dynamic shifts in intensity
Maybe skip if you
- prefer slower, more melodic tracks
- want straightforward song structures
Where this album fits
- Career context
- The Dream, The Space is Crossfaith's debut album, released in 2011 as they established themselves within the electronicore scene. The band was gaining traction after forming in 2006 and sought to blend their influences from both metal and electronic music into a cohesive sound.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Browning· Enter Shikari· I See Stars
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Promise
A pivotal line shifts from hopeful aspirations to stark realizations about personal struggles, marking a tonal change in the song.
This transition underscores the contrast between idealism and harsh reality, enhancing the emotional weight of the narrative.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Technologia 0:22
- 2 Chaos Attractor 2:28
- 3 Stars Faded in Slow Motion 4:36
- 4 Promise 3:24
- 5 The Dream, The Space 3:34
- 6 Snake Code (Caribbean Death Roulette) 3:46
- 7 Demise and Kiss 3:44
- 8 Panorama (interlude) 1:02
- 9 Crystal Echoes Back to Our Tragedy 4:19
- 10 Nostalgia 3:08
- 11 OMEN 3:59
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