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The Murder

Boondox · 2017

50 min · 14 tracks · hip-hop

Dark, menacing beats intertwine with intense, narrative-driven lyrics that explore themes of violence and existential struggle.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Bloodletting — This track exemplifies Boondox's signature storytelling style, combining graphic imagery with a pulsating beat that draws listeners into a chilling narrative.
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    I'm a Mess — Here, Boondox channels vulnerability amidst chaos, merging personal reflection with his characteristic horrorcore aesthetic, making it an emotionally impactful highlight.
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    Purge — This song stands out for its aggressive delivery and compelling hook, effectively encapsulating the album's themes of violence and self-examination.
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    Free Soul — In this track, Boondox juxtaposes dark lyrical content with an introspective tone, showcasing his ability to blend contrasting themes seamlessly.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

54 /100
Foothills
Higher than 43% of albums we've rated

The album effectively combines dark themes with strong narrative elements, maintaining cohesion throughout its runtime.

What we noticed

  • The album opens with a spoken word intro that sets a dark tone, followed by tracks that maintain a consistent tempo and intensity.
  • Many tracks feature layered vocal deliveries, with Boondox alternating between aggressive rapping and melodic hooks.
  • Several songs incorporate atmospheric soundscapes and samples that enhance the menacing themes, particularly in the choruses.
  • The last three tracks slow down the pace significantly, creating a sense of resolution after the intense preceding material.
Composition 25% of the score
7/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
6/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
5/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
7/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
8/10

running order, pacing, length

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.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Welcome 1:39
  • 2 Peck Your Eyes Out 3:07
  • 3 Throw Away 3:20
  • 4 Bloodletting 3:07
  • 5 Free Soul 4:12
  • 6 Feed the Machine 3:58
  • 7 Purge 3:24
  • 8 Cannibalistic Prodigal Misfit 2:55
  • 9 Born in Fire 5:20
  • 10 I'm a Mess 3:15
  • 11 Sittin' on the Porch 3:43
  • 12 Outlined in Chalk 5:07
  • 13 They Don't Understand 3:30
  • 14 Terminus 3:51

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