What makes These Cities, Our Graves by Antagonist A.D. notable?

The album garnered attention for its unflinching critique of modern society, particularly with tracks like Show Some Heart (Go Vegan) which aligned with the growing animal rights movement. It helped establish Antagonist A.D. as a voice in the punk community, contributing to discussions around activism and ethical living. These Cities, Our Graves marked Antagonist A.D.'s debut album, released in early 2006 as they were emerging from the underground punk scene. The album positioned them to gain wider recognition within the genre, showcasing their unique sound and thematic focus on societal issues.

How many songs are on These Cities, Our Graves?

These Cities, Our Graves has 11 tracks, running approximately 29 minutes.

Released 20 years ago

These Cities, Our Graves

Antagonist A.D. · 2006

29 min · 11 tracks · punk rock

Aggressive punk rock anthems blend biting social commentary with raw energy and frenetic instrumentation.

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Show Some Heart (Go Vegan) — This track stands out as a direct call to action, marrying punk's rebellious spirit with a strong ethical message about veganism and animal rights.
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R.E.S.P.E.C.T. — A powerful anthem that critiques societal norms, showcasing the band's ability to address serious themes while maintaining an infectious energy.
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(Not Even) Silver Bullets — The track features sharp lyrics and a driving rhythm that encapsulates the band's frustration with superficial solutions to deeper societal problems.

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Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

43 /100

Lowland

Higher than 2% of albums we've rated

The album combines aggressive punk energy with social commentary but lacks standout compositions and cohesion.

What we noticed

The album opens with a title track that sets a fast-paced, aggressive tone, maintaining high energy through the first five songs.
Tracks often feature abrupt tempo changes, with some shifting from frenetic instrumentation to slower, more reflective moments.
Lyrical themes focus on social critique and personal struggles, with several tracks employing call-and-response vocal patterns that engage listeners.

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

Influence 2/10

Little footprint beyond its audience. 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 These Cities, Our Graves 1:12
2 The Walking Dead 2:53
3 Hollywood 3:14
4 Show Some Heart (Go Vegan) 2:46
5 R.E.S.P.E.C.T. 3:05
6 The Birth of Tragedy 2:49
7 (Not Even) Silver Bullets 2:44
8 Suicide Girls 2:34
9 Q: What Do You Call Getting a Handjob in the Back of Mrs. Calloway’s Jaguar? A: A Fucking Lie. 3:16
10 Distance 2:46
11 Stranger 2:27

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