Released 10 years ago
The Evil Divide
Death Angel · 2016
102 min · 12 tracks · thrash metal
A relentless barrage of thrash riffs intertwines with melodic hooks and socially charged lyrics.
Top tracks — play these first
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The Moth — This opening track sets a fierce tone with its rapid-fire riffs and introspective lyrics about personal struggles, effectively encapsulating the album's thematic depth.
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Hatred United / United Hate — A standout track that combines powerful instrumentation with a compelling message about societal division, reflecting the band's ability to merge aggression with thought-provoking lyrics.
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Let the Pieces Fall — This closing track provides an emotional contrast to the rest of the album, blending haunting melodies with a message of resilience amidst chaos, showcasing the band's musical range.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album features intricate songwriting and aggressive sound, appealing to thrash metal fans.
What we noticed
- The first three tracks maintain a high tempo with aggressive riffs, while the fourth track introduces a slower, more melodic section.
- Several songs feature dual guitar harmonies that create a dense wall of sound, particularly in the choruses.
- The lyrics often address social issues and personal struggles, adding a layer of depth to the aggressive instrumentation.
- 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
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- long, immersive listening sessions
- dynamic emotional journeys
- intense focus and engagement
- gradual builds and payoffs
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on May 27, 2016, The Evil Divide marked Death Angel's seventh studio album, arriving after their critically acclaimed record, The Dream Calls for Blood. At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their place in the thrash metal revival while exploring more complex lyrical themes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 The Moth 4:38
- 2 Cause for Alarm 3:22
- 3 Lost 4:57
- 4 Father of Lies 5:05
- 5 Hell to Pay 3:12
- 6 It Can’t Be This 4:16
- 7 Hatred United / United Hate 5:17
- 8 Breakaway 4:01
- 9 The Electric Cell 4:38
- 10 Let the Pieces Fall 5:56
- 11 Wasteland 5:18
Disc 2
- 1 Making Of 52:09
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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