Traitors
Misery Index · 2008
37 min · 11 tracks · deathgrind
A relentless barrage of intricate riffs and unyielding rhythms that encapsulate the urgency of modern discontent.
Top tracks — play these first
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We Never Come in Peace — This opening track sets an aggressive tone with its blistering tempo and fierce lyrics, establishing the album's thematic focus on conflict and disillusionment.
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Traitors — The title track encapsulates the band's direct critique of betrayal and societal failure, featuring a memorable chorus that underscores its impactful message.
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American Idolatry — This track offers a scathing examination of American culture through a grinding musical lens, blending technicality with sharp social commentary that stands out on the album.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album combines intricate compositions with aggressive execution, reflecting its socio-political themes effectively.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a fast-paced track that sets a relentless tempo, maintaining high energy through the first half before introducing slower, heavier sections.
- Lyrical themes address socio-political issues, with verses often delivered in rapid-fire bursts that match the aggressive instrumentation.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
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
- urgent bursts of intensity
- cathartic release of frustration
- short tracks for quick impact
- dynamic shifts in pacing
Maybe skip if you
- prefer lengthy, calm compositions
- not for casual background listening
Where this album fits
- Career context
- In 2008, Misery Index was solidifying their position within the deathgrind scene with 'Traitors', their third studio album following 'Discordia' in 2006. This release showcased a mature sound, reflecting the band's evolution as they navigated themes of political unrest and social critique.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Nailbomb· Pig Destroyer· Napalm Death
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Partisans of Grief
The song confronts apathy towards suffering by directly addressing those who turn a blind eye to pain and injustice.
The shift from storytelling to direct address intensifies the emotional weight, demanding accountability from listeners who may feel detached from real-world issues.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 We Never Come in Peace 1:59
- 2 Theocracy 4:31
- 3 Partisans of Grief 3:36
- 4 Traitors 2:23
- 5 Ghosts of Catalonia 5:00
- 6 Occupation 4:43
- 7 Ruling Class Cancelled 2:07
- 8 The Arbiter 2:02
- 9 American Idolatry 2:19
- 10 Thrown Into the Sun 3:58
- 11 Black Sites 4:44
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