Travels cover

Travels

Defeater · 2008

32 min · 11 tracks · hardcore punk

A visceral blend of raw emotion and intricate storytelling wrapped in aggressive hardcore instrumentation.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • visceral emotional catharsis
  • front-loaded intensity and urgency
  • focused listening for storytelling
  • gradual build to climax

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer instant gratification tracks
  • seek standalone singles experience

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on January 1, 2008, 'Travels' was Defeater's debut album, marking their entry into the hardcore punk scene. At this point, the band was establishing their identity with a narrative-driven approach, setting the stage for their future releases and solidifying their presence within the genre.
Stylistic neighbors
25 ta Life· Terror· Sick of It All

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Blessed Burden 3:03
  • 2 Everything Went Quiet 2:41
  • 3 Nameless Streets 3:05
  • 4 Forgiver Forgetter 2:32
  • 5 The City by Dawn 2:28
  • 6 Prophet in Plain Clothes 4:06
  • 7 Carrying Weight 2:24
  • 8 Moon Shine 2:10
  • 9 The Blues 0:57
  • 10 Debts 2:25
  • 11 Cowardice 6:19

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