The Stories We Tell Ourselves
Nothing More · 2017
58 min · 18 tracks · alternative rock
A visceral blend of alternative metal and rock that marries introspective lyrics with dynamic instrumentation and powerful vocal performances.
Top tracks — play these first
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Go to War — This track stands out due to its anthemic chorus and poignant exploration of inner conflict and societal issues, making it a rallying cry for listeners dealing with personal battles.
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Let ’em Burn — With its driving beat and intense emotion, this song encapsulates the themes of resilience and defiance against adversity, showcasing the band’s signature sound.
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Still in Love — This track features a more melodic approach, highlighting vulnerability through heartfelt lyrics that contrast sharply with the heavier elements found elsewhere on the album.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album combines strong lyrical themes with dynamic instrumentation, though its cohesion is affected by interludes.
What we noticed
- The album features interludes that separate the main tracks, creating thematic pauses and shifts in mood.
- Many songs incorporate dynamic shifts between quiet verses and explosive choruses, emphasizing emotional peaks.
- Lyrically, the album explores themes of mental health and personal struggle, with a narrative thread connecting several tracks.
- 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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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
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.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- cathartic release through intensity
- explorative narrative with interludes
- high-energy tracks for motivation
- reflective pauses amid urgency
Maybe skip if you
- prefer instant gratification
- seek purely standalone singles
Where this album fits
- Career context
- The Stories We Tell Ourselves is Nothing More's fourth studio album, released after their breakthrough success with the self-titled album in 2014. By this point, they had solidified their presence in the alternative metal scene and were exploring deeper thematic elements in their songwriting.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Breaking Benjamin· Red Sun Rising· Starset
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 (Ambition; Destruction) 0:17
- 2 Do You Really Want It? 3:53
- 3 (Convict; Divide) 0:40
- 4 Let ’em Burn 3:55
- 5 Ripping Me Apart 4:04
- 6 Don’t Stop 4:14
- 7 Funny Little Creatures 3:27
- 8 (React; Respond) 2:29
- 9 The Great Divorce 4:39
- 10 Still in Love 4:36
- 11 (Alone; Together) 1:30
- 12 Go to War 4:05
- 13 Just Say When 3:41
- 14 (Accept; Disconnect) 1:55
- 15 Who We Are 3:25
- 16 Tunnels 4:11
- 17 (End; Begin) 1:39
- 18 Fadein/Fadeout 6:04
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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