This Is Noise
Rise Against · 2007
9 min · 5 tracks · melodic hardcore
Brash and unfiltered, the album fuses melodic hardcore with urgent lyrical themes delivered at breakneck speed.
Top tracks — play these first
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Boy's No Good Start here — Opening with high-paced intensity, this track sets the tone for the album, encapsulating the band's signature blend of melody and aggression.
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Obstructed View — With its poignant lyrics addressing social issues, this track showcases the band's ability to fuse personal struggles with broader political commentary.
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But Tonight We Dance — This song provides a moment of catharsis amidst the chaos, highlighting the band's range and emotional depth through its anthemic chorus.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The EP showcases energetic compositions with aggressive vocals, maintaining a cohesive sound throughout its brief runtime.
What we noticed
- The first three tracks maintain a relentless tempo, with each song clocking in under three minutes, creating a sense of urgency.
- Vocals are delivered in a shouted style that often overlaps with the instrumentation, blurring the lines between melody and aggression.
- The final two tracks introduce slightly more melodic elements, but still retain the fast-paced energy established earlier.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
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
- short bursts of frenetic energy
- impassioned vocals for cathartic release
- for quick, intense sessions
- urgent pacing throughout the album
Maybe skip if you
- prefer longer, immersive experiences
- seek relaxed, mellow vibes
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — This EP solidified Rise Against's reputation in melodic hardcore after a successful prior album.
- Career context
- This Is Noise marks Rise Against's fifth studio release, following their commercially successful album, The Sufferer & The Witness. At this point in their career, the band had solidified their position within the punk scene, showcasing a blend of aggression and melody that appealed to a growing audience. This album continued to build on their established sound while experimenting with shorter track lengths.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Strike Anywhere· Against Me!· Pennywise
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Obstructed View
The narrator reflects on feelings of disillusionment while confronting societal norms directly.
This moment utilizes stark imagery to challenge conventional perceptions, pushing listeners to reconsider their views on conformity.
Tracklist
- 1 Boy's No Good Start here 1:19
- 2 Fix Me 0:55
- 3 Obstructed View 2:03
- 4 But Tonight We Dance 2:48
- 5 Nervous Breakdown 2:07
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