The Great Stone War
Winds of Plague · 2009
37 min · 11 tracks · punk rock
A relentless barrage of chaotic riffs and anthemic choruses fuels this heavy metalcore exploration of warfare and resilience.
Top tracks — play these first
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Soldiers of Doomsday — This track embodies the album's militaristic themes with its driving rhythm and powerful lyrics, serving as a rallying cry against adversity.
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Battle Scars — With its introspective lyrics juxtaposed against heavy instrumentals, this track captures the emotional toll of conflict while highlighting the band's lyrical depth.
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The Great Stone War — The title track encapsulates the overarching narrative of the album, merging epic melodies with fierce aggression to create a memorable anthem.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album combines chaotic riffs with anthemic choruses but lacks standout compositions and depth for lasting impact.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a heavy, distorted guitar riff that sets a fast tempo, which is maintained through the first five tracks.
- Choruses are often anthemic and feature gang vocals, creating a call-and-response dynamic that engages listeners.
- Several tracks incorporate breakdowns that shift abruptly from high-energy sections to slower, heavier moments, emphasizing the themes of conflict.
- The final track features a gradual fade-out after an intense climax, leaving a lingering sense of resolution.
- 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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5/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- relentless energy for workouts
- cathartic release during stress
- an anthem for resilience
- short bursts of intensity
Maybe skip if you
- prefer soothing, calm sounds
- seek lengthy, immersive pieces
Where this album fits
- Career context
- When 'The Great Stone War' was released in January 2009, Winds of Plague was emerging from their breakthrough album 'Decimate the Weak.' This third studio album solidified their position in the metalcore scene, showcasing a matured sound that further blended orchestral elements with aggressive instrumentation. The band was also gaining traction, having toured extensively and built a dedicated fanbase.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Carnifex· Whitechapel· Suicide Silence
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Earth 1:30
- 2 Forged in Fire 3:35
- 3 Soldiers of Doomsday 4:06
- 4 Approach the Podium 3:39
- 5 Battle Scars 3:25
- 6 Chest and Horns 4:00
- 7 Creed of Tyrants 2:45
- 8 Our Requiem 4:14
- 9 Classic Struggle 3:20
- 10 The Great Stone War 4:17
- 11 Tides of Change 2:25
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