What makes The Great Awake by The Flatliners notable?

The album received positive critical acclaim, with particular praise from punk-centric publications like Alternative Press, which noted its energetic composition and lyrical depth. It also helped solidify The Flatliners' presence in the punk scene, influencing a wave of Canadian punk bands that followed. Released in 2007, The Great Awake marked The Flatliners' third studio album, following their breakthrough record, Destroy to Create. At this point in their career, the band had solidified their punk rock identity and garnered a loyal fanbase while continuing to evolve their sound.

Who is The Great Awake for?

The Great Awake works well if you're into steady, consistent energy levels, short, punchy listening sessions and dynamic emotional journeys.

How many songs are on The Great Awake?

The Great Awake has 12 tracks, running approximately 38 minutes.

The Great Awake

The Flatliners · 2007

38 min · 12 tracks · punk rock

Frenetic punk energy collides with sharp, socially aware lyrics, delivering a raucous reflection on modern disillusionment.

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Top tracks — play these first

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July! August! Reno! — This track opens the album with a driving rhythm and urgent vocals, setting the tone for a collection steeped in raw emotion and social commentary.
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Eulogy — Eulogy stands out for its introspective lyrics and dynamic shifts between melodic hooks and aggressive instrumentation, showcasing the band's range.
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These Words Are Bullets — The track's powerful message about communication and impact resonates strongly, demonstrating the band's ability to blend catchy melodies with meaningful themes.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

50 /100

Foothills

Higher than 23% of albums we've rated

The album combines energetic punk with socially aware lyrics, creating a solid yet uneven listening experience.

What we noticed

The first three tracks maintain a rapid tempo with aggressive guitar riffs and driving drums, establishing a high-energy opening.
Several songs feature abrupt tempo shifts, such as 'This Respirator' which slows down mid-song before building back up.
Lyrically, the album addresses themes of disillusionment and societal critique, often using sharp, witty lines that complement the frenetic sound.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 6/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 6/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 5/10

Influence 4/10

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

steady, consistent energy levels
short, punchy listening sessions
dynamic emotional journeys
engaging lyrical storytelling

Where this album fits

Career context: Released in 2007, The Great Awake marked The Flatliners' third studio album, following their breakthrough record, Destroy to Create. At this point in their career, the band had solidified their punk rock identity and garnered a loyal fanbase while continuing to evolve their sound.
Stylistic neighbors: Against Me!· The Menzingers· Pennywise

Tracklist

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

1 July! August! Reno! 3:04
2 Eulogy 3:19
3 …And the World Files for Chapter 11 3:20
4 This Respirator 1:57
5 Meanwhile, in Hell… 2:07
6 Mother Teresa Chokeslams the World 2:22
7 This Is Giving Up 2:27
8 Mastering the World’s Smallest Violin 3:15
9 You Guys Want One of These? 2:07
10 These Words Are Bullets 3:13
11 Hal Johnson Smokes Cigarettes 4:00
12 KHTDR 7:09

What to play next

Listen next

Cavalcade

2010

Go back to

Destroy to Create

2005

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