This Is Thirteen
Anvil · 2007
65 min · 16 tracks · heavy metal
A raw, energetic blast of heavy metal infused with gritty honesty and classic riffs.
Why this album works
- Best for
- dynamic emotional journeys long immersive listening sessions wave-like pacing fluctuations
- Context
- By 2007, Anvil was experiencing a resurgence in popularity following the documentary 'Anvil! The Story of Anvil', which renewed interest in their music. 'This Is Thirteen' served as their first album after this newfound visibility, marking a critical moment for the band as they attempted to revitalize their career in the heavy metal scene.
- If you like
- heavy metal
This Is Thirteen is an album by Anvil, released in 2007. A raw, energetic blast of heavy metal infused with gritty honesty and classic riffs. 'This Is Thirteen' is significant for its role in Anvil's comeback narrative, showcasing their enduring influence on heavy metal despite years of obscurity. The album received positive reviews from critics and fans alike, showing that the band's sound remained relevant and resonant within the genre. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does This Is Thirteen sound like?
A raw, energetic blast of heavy metal infused with gritty honesty and classic riffs. Rooted in heavy metal.
What makes This Is Thirteen by Anvil notable?
'This Is Thirteen' is significant for its role in Anvil's comeback narrative, showcasing their enduring influence on heavy metal despite years of obscurity. The album received positive reviews from critics and fans alike, showing that the band's sound remained relevant and resonant within the genre. By 2007, Anvil was experiencing a resurgence in popularity following the documentary 'Anvil! The Story of Anvil', which renewed interest in their music. 'This Is Thirteen' served as their first album after this newfound visibility, marking a critical moment for the band as they attempted to revitalize their career in the heavy metal scene.
Who is This Is Thirteen for?
This Is Thirteen works well if you're into dynamic emotional journeys, long immersive listening sessions and wave-like pacing fluctuations.
How many songs are on This Is Thirteen?
This Is Thirteen has 16 tracks, running approximately 65 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 This Is Thirteen Standout 6:38
- 2 Bombs Away Standout 3:26
- 3 Burning Bridges 5:50
- 4 Ready to Fight Standout 4:09
- 5 Flying Blind 3:08
- 6 Room #9 3:46
- 7 Axe to Grind 4:30
- 8 Feed the Greed 3:47
- 9 Big Business 3:25
- 10 Should’a Would’a Could’a 3:02
- 11 Worry 3:13
- 12 Game Over 2:55
- 13 American Refugee 2:38
- 14 Metal on Metal 4:06
- 15 666 4:42
- 16 Thumb Hang 5:59
Release Date
January 1, 2007
Artist Origin
Canada
Runtime
65 min 20 sec
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