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The Whorror

Motionless in White · 2007

22 min · 7 tracks · metalcore

A chaotic blend of metalcore and horror-themed theatrics, merging aggressive riffs with emotionally charged lyrics.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Just When You Thought We Couldn't Get Any More Emo, We Go and Pull a Stunt Like This — This track encapsulates the band's self-aware humor while delivering heavy riffs and emotionally charged lyrics, illustrating their unique approach to metalcore.
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    She Never Made It to the Emergency Room — Combining melodic elements with intense breakdowns, this song highlights the band's ability to balance aggression with emotional storytelling.
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    We Put the Fun in Funeral — Featuring catchy hooks alongside brutal instrumentation, this track serves as a prime example of the band’s distinctive fusion of horror and humor.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

42 /100
Lowland
Higher than 1% of albums we've rated

The EP showcases a blend of aggressive riffs and theatrical elements, establishing a distinct identity in the metalcore genre.

What we noticed

  • The first track sets a chaotic tone with rapid tempo changes and aggressive guitar riffs, establishing the EP's metalcore foundation.
  • Several tracks feature alternating clean and harsh vocals, creating a dynamic contrast that emphasizes the emotional intensity of the lyrics.
  • The final track incorporates an extended instrumental outro, allowing for a gradual fade-out that contrasts with the preceding aggression.
Composition 25% of the score
6/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
5/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
4/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
7/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
6/10

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.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • short bursts of chaotic energy
  • theatrical themes for dramatic moments
  • for adrenaline-fueled sessions
  • front-loaded intensity and aggression

Maybe skip if you

  • prefer lengthy, immersive experiences
  • seek calm, soothing sounds

Where this album fits

Career context
Released as Motionless in White's debut album, The Whorror came at a time when the band was establishing their identity in the metalcore scene. This album laid the groundwork for their future success, showcasing their unique blend of gothic aesthetics and heavy music, setting them apart from contemporaries in the genre.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 The Whorror 0:51
  • 2 Just When You Thought We Couldn't Get Any More Emo, We Go and Pull a Stunt Like This 3:36
  • 3 She Never Made It to the Emergency Room 4:07
  • 4 We Put the Fun in Funeral 2:23
  • 5 Black 2:15
  • 6 Apocolips 5:13
  • 7 Schitzophrenicannibalisticsexfest.com 4:18

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