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Touché Amoré / The Casket Lottery

Touché Amoré · 2012

12 min · 4 tracks · post-hardcore

A raw blend of post-hardcore energy and melodic introspection, capturing the tumult of emotional struggle.

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Top tracks — play these first

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    Whale Belly — Opening with frantic energy, this track exemplifies the band's signature intensity while reflecting on themes of vulnerability and despair.
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    Unsatisfied — This song captures the essence of longing and frustration, using dynamic shifts to convey emotional turmoil effectively.
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    Myth — Fusing melodic elements with powerful instrumentation, this track serves as a poignant exploration of personal struggles and societal expectations.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

58 /100
Treeline
Higher than 49% of albums we've rated

The EP showcases strong emotional contrasts and varied structures, making it engaging while maintaining a cohesive sound.

What we noticed

  • The first track opens with a heavy, distorted guitar riff that sets an aggressive tone, which is maintained through the EP's duration.
  • Vocal delivery alternates between melodic singing and intense screaming, creating a dynamic contrast throughout the tracks.
  • Each song features a distinct structure, often shifting from fast-paced sections to slower, more introspective moments.
Composition 25% of the score
7/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
6/10

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
8/10

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.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Whale Belly 1:58
  • 2 Unsatisfied 3:11
  • 3 White Lies 3:04
  • 4 Myth 4:10

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