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Trigger

In Flames · 2003

17 min · 5 tracks · alternative metal · melodic death metal

A fusion of melodic death metal and alternative elements creates anthemic, emotionally charged soundscapes.

Why this album works

'Trigger' gained notable attention for its blend of genres, reaching high chart positions in Sweden and showcasing the band's mainstream appeal. The title track was particularly successful, earning airplay on rock radio and contributing to In Flames’ growing popularity in the early 2000s metal scene.
Best for
short energetic journey front-loaded intensity emotional anthems for release
Context
In Flames was navigating their evolution with 'Trigger', released in 2003 as a follow-up to their acclaimed album 'Reroute to Remain'. This EP represented a significant shift towards a more accessible sound while retaining their melodic death metal roots, reflecting the band’s ongoing experimentation at this point in their career.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Trigger (single edit) Standout 4:05
  • 2 Watch Them Feed Standout 3:11
  • 3 Land of Confusion Standout 3:22
  • 4 Cloud Connected (Club Connected remix) 4:11
  • 5 Moonshield (C64 karaoke version) 2:35

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