Released 25 years ago this October
The Egg
Shiner · 2001
49 min · 11 tracks · post-hardcore
A dynamic blend of post-hardcore energy and intricate melodies that captures the raw essence of early 2000s alternative rock.
Top tracks — play these first
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The Truth About Cows — This opening track sets the tone with its driving rhythm and sharp lyricism, establishing the band's blend of intensity and introspection.
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Surgery — Through complex time signatures and haunting vocals, Surgery showcases Shiner's knack for marrying technical prowess with emotional weight.
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The Egg — The title track encapsulates the album's themes of vulnerability and existential inquiry, revealing a more reflective side of the band’s sound.
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Bells and Whistles — With its infectious hooks and layered instrumentation, this track exemplifies Shiner's ability to craft anthemic moments within their signature style.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases strong songwriting and production, balancing energy with intricate melodies typical of early 2000s post-hardcore.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album features high-energy tracks with aggressive guitar riffs and dynamic shifts, while the second half introduces more melodic and atmospheric elements.
- The vocals alternate between melodic singing and harsh shouting, often within the same song, which adds to the emotional intensity.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- 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
- dynamic journey with emotional peaks
- engaging waves of intensity
- thoughtful reflections on life
- headphone detail hunting for nuances
Maybe skip if you
- prefer straightforward, immediate gratification
- dislike dynamic and varied pacing
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2001, The Egg marked Shiner's third studio album, following their acclaimed effort, Lula Divinia. At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their reputation within the post-hardcore scene, showcasing a matured sound while exploring more melodic and experimental elements.
- Stylistic neighbors
- I Set My Friends On Fire· Electric Callboy· Senses Fail
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The Truth About Cows 3:21
- 2 Surgery 3:23
- 3 Play Dead 3:30
- 4 The Top of the World 4:11
- 5 The Egg 5:42
- 6 Andalusia 3:56
- 7 Bells and Whistles 4:12
- 8 The Simple Truth 7:57
- 9 Spook the Herd 2:29
- 10 Pills 4:53
- 11 Stoned 5:27
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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