The Horror of Beauty
My Ruin · 2003
49 min · 14 tracks · alternative metal
A raw blend of aggressive riffs and haunting melodies that explores the darker facets of human emotion.
Top tracks — play these first
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American Psycho — This track encapsulates the album's exploration of dark themes through its provocative lyrics and aggressive instrumentation, making it a standout single.
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Burn the Witch — With its powerful chorus and sharp commentary on societal issues, this track showcases My Ruin's ability to merge critique with heavy music.
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Weightless — This song contrasts heavier tracks with its ethereal vibe, highlighting the band's range and depth in emotional expression.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- aggressive bursts of raw energy
- haunting melodies that linger
- short tracks for quick intensity
- dark themes with emotional weight
Maybe skip if you
- prefer light, upbeat sounds
- seek long, flowing compositions
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on October 20, 2003, The Horror of Beauty was My Ruin's third studio album, following the commercially successful Speak and Destroy (2002). At this point, the band was solidifying their identity in the alternative metal scene, showcasing a more polished production while retaining their signature intensity.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Lacuna Coil· The Agonist· In This Moment
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Stage Fright 1:18
- 2 Made to Measure 4:41
- 3 American Psycho 4:02
- 4 Spitfire 2:37
- 5 Burn the Witch 3:24
- 6 Radio Silence 3:31
- 7 Hot in the House of God 3:40
- 8 Nazimova 3:18
- 9 Stinkface 2:52
- 10 Weightless 2:36
- 11 Bravenet 6:27
- 12 Ten Minutes to Hollywood 3:45
- 13 Get Pretty 3:28
- 14 Rid of Me 4:13
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