Is The Order of Things a good place to start with All That Remains?

Yes, The Order of Things is recommended as a starting point for new All That Remains listeners. A fierce blend of melodic metalcore and introspective lyrics that confront personal struggles and societal issues. Released on February 23, 2015, The Order of Things is All That Remains' sixth studio album and follows their commercially successful record, A War You Cannot Win. At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their identity within the metalcore genre while exploring more varied lyrical themes, reflecting both personal and broader societal challenges.

Who is The Order of Things for?

The Order of Things works well if you're into steady pacing for focused listening, introspective themes of resilience and cathartic release through melody.

How many songs are on The Order of Things?

The Order of Things has 12 tracks, running approximately 48 minutes.

The Order of Things

All That Remains · 2015

48 min · 12 tracks · metalcore

A fierce blend of melodic metalcore and introspective lyrics that confront personal struggles and societal issues.

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Top tracks — play these first

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This Probably Won't End Well Start here — establishes the sonic palette early
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A Reason for Me to Fight — This track encapsulates the album's core message about resilience in the face of adversity, blending aggressive instrumentation with poignant lyrics that resonate deeply with listeners.
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The Greatest Generation — With its powerful commentary on contemporary societal issues, this song stands out for its lyrical depth and engaging chorus, showcasing the band's ability to merge heaviness with thought-provoking content.
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Criticism and Self Realization — At over seven minutes long, this closing track serves as an introspective journey that challenges both the listener and the band itself, highlighting their willingness to confront personal flaws and societal expectations.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

46 /100

Foothills

Higher than 10% of albums we've rated

The album blends aggressive and melodic elements but lacks standout tracks that elevate it beyond its genre.

What we noticed

The first half of the album features aggressive guitar riffs and high-energy vocals, while the second half shifts to more melodic elements and introspective lyrics.
Several tracks incorporate clean singing alongside harsh vocals, creating a contrast that highlights emotional themes.

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

Influence 3/10

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 pacing for focused listening
introspective themes of resilience
cathartic release through melody
suitable for reflective moments
narrative flow across tracks

Maybe skip if you

seekers of instant gratification
prefer standalone hit singles

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Critical Peak — Represents a significant achievement and artistic evolution for the band.
Themes: personal resilience· societal critique· introspective journey
Career context: Released on February 23, 2015, The Order of Things is All That Remains' sixth studio album and follows their commercially successful record, A War You Cannot Win. At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their identity within the metalcore genre while exploring more varied lyrical themes, reflecting both personal and broader societal challenges.
Stylistic neighbors: Killswitch Engage· As I Lay Dying· Parkway Drive

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Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

A Reason for Me to Fight

The bridge shifts from external observations to a more personal reflection on struggle and motivation.

This transition creates a stark emotional contrast that emphasizes the internal battle faced by the narrator.