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Tomorrow We Die Alive

Born of Osiris · 2013

42 min · 11 tracks · metalcore

Aggressive riffs intertwine with atmospheric passages, creating a complex soundscape that embodies the intensity of modern metal.

Top tracks — play these first

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    M∆chine — The opening track sets a high-energy tone with intricate guitar work and aggressive vocals, establishing the album's relentless pace.
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    Exhil∆r∆te — This track combines melodic elements with brutal breakdowns, showcasing the band's ability to balance heaviness and melody effectively.
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    Illusionist — With its complex rhythms and dynamic shifts, this song exemplifies the band's technical prowess and innovative approach to songwriting.
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    Venge∆nce — The closing track brings the album to a powerful conclusion with emotionally charged lyrics and an anthemic chorus that resonates deeply.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

60 /100
Treeline
Higher than 66% of albums we've rated

The album showcases technical proficiency and dynamic shifts but may not sustain long-term engagement for all listeners.

What we noticed

  • The album opens with a track that features rapid-fire guitar riffs and complex drumming, establishing an aggressive tone immediately.
  • Several tracks incorporate atmospheric interludes that contrast sharply with the heavier sections, creating dynamic shifts in intensity.
Composition 25% of the score
7/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
8/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
6/10

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

  • intense energy for workouts
  • atmospheric soundscapes for focus
  • short bursts of aggression
  • cathartic release through chaos
  • engaging rhythms for headbanging

Maybe skip if you

  • prefer softer, melodic sounds
  • seek long, soothing tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on January 1, 2013, Tomorrow We Die Alive is Born of Osiris's third studio album, following their critically acclaimed record The Discovery from 2011. By this time, the band had solidified their presence in the deathcore and djent scenes, showcasing their evolution in sound and musicianship as they explored more melodic and progressive elements.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 M∆chine 4:24
  • 2 Divergency 3:58
  • 3 Mindful 3:32
  • 4 Exhil∆r∆te 3:32
  • 5 ∆bsolution 4:06
  • 6 The Origin 3:45
  • 7 ∆eon III 3:55
  • 8 Im∆gin∆ry Condition 3:12
  • 9 Illusionist 3:59
  • 10 Source Field 3:47
  • 11 Venge∆nce 4:10

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