Released 10 years ago
V •••–
Tiger Army · 2016
41 min · 13 tracks · hardcore punk
A pulsating blend of psychobilly rhythms and punk energy intertwined with haunting melodies and dark lyrical themes.
Top tracks — play these first
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Firefall — This track combines driving rhythms with an infectious chorus that captures the essence of Tiger Army's signature sound, balancing punk energy with melancholic undertones.
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I Am the Moth — Incorporating more introspective lyrics, this song showcases a shift in thematic focus that reflects personal struggle while maintaining the band's energetic style.
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Happier Times — This closing track stands out with its poignant reflection on nostalgia and loss, presenting a lyrical maturity that deepens the emotional impact of the album.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends psychobilly and punk effectively, maintaining a cohesive sound while exploring darker themes.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a spoken-word prelude that sets a dark, atmospheric tone before launching into high-energy tracks.
- Several songs feature tempo shifts, alternating between fast-paced punk sections and slower, haunting melodies.
- Lyrically, the album explores themes of darkness and introspection, often juxtaposing upbeat instrumentals with somber content.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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8/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- pulsating rhythms for driving energy
- haunting melodies for reflective moments
- short tracks with urgent intensity
- dark themes for late-night vibes
- nostalgic undertones with emotional weight
Maybe skip if you
- prefer straightforward structures
- seek overly bright, cheerful sounds
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on May 20, 2016, V •••– is Tiger Army's fifth studio album and their first release in nearly a decade since 2004's Ghost Tigers Rise. At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their legacy within the psychobilly genre while also appealing to a broader punk audience, showcasing both matured songwriting and instrumentation.
- Stylistic neighbors
- AFI· Social Distortion· Against Me!
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Prelude: Ad Victoriam 0:48
- 2 Firefall 2:48
- 3 Prisoner of the Night 2:56
- 4 I Am the Moth 2:43
- 5 World Without the Moon 3:03
- 6 Dark and Lonely Night 4:10
- 7 Knife’s Edge 2:53
- 8 Devil Lurks on the Road 3:20
- 9 Happier Times 4:46
- 10 Candy Ghosts 2:24
- 11 Train to Eternity 3:50
- 12 When the Tide Comes In 3:41
- 13 In the Morning Light 3:57
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