The Midnight Chase
Crucified Barbara · 2012
49 min · 12 tracks · thrash metal
A relentless barrage of thrash riffs collides with fierce vocals, embodying raw energy and rebellion.
Top tracks — play these first
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The Crucifier — Opening the album with aggressive riffs and confrontational lyrics, this track sets the tone for the entire record and showcases the band's thrash metal roots.
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Shut Your Mouth — This track stands out for its catchy chorus and powerful message against societal norms, illustrating the band's signature blend of melody and aggression.
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Rock Me Like the Devil — With its anthemic structure and provocative lyrics, this song encapsulates the album's rebellious spirit, making it a fan favorite at live shows.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases strong performances and energetic songwriting, solidifying its place in the thrash metal genre.
What we noticed
- The first five tracks maintain a high-energy tempo, with aggressive guitar riffs and driving drums that create a relentless pace.
- Vocals alternate between melodic lines and harsh screams, often layering harmonies during the choruses to enhance intensity.
- The album features several tracks that incorporate breakdowns, allowing for dynamic shifts in energy and creating moments of tension.
- The final three tracks slow down slightly, providing a contrast to the earlier aggression while still retaining a heavy sound.
- 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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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
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.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The Crucifier 3:25
- 2 Shut Your Mouth 4:04
- 3 Into the Fire 3:40
- 4 Rules and Bones 4:46
- 5 Everything We Need 3:17
- 6 If I Hide 4:23
- 7 Rock Me Like the Devil 3:46
- 8 Kid From the Upperclass 4:05
- 9 The Midnight Chase 4:04
- 10 Count Me In 5:00
- 11 Rise and Shine 4:52
- 12 Acid Rain (Bonus Track) 3:43
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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