Released 21 years ago this October
Vheissu
Thrice · 2005
49 min · 11 tracks · alternative rock
A sonic exploration merging melodic hardcore with atmospheric experimentation and introspective lyrics.
Top tracks — play these first
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Image of the Invisible — This track opens the album with a powerful combination of intensity and melody, setting the tone for the thematic explorations that follow.
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Like Moths to Flame — The song's intricate guitar work and dynamic shifts embody the album's experimental spirit while addressing themes of desire and destruction.
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Stand and Feel Your Worth — This closing track features an emotional crescendo that encapsulates the album's journey and offers a poignant reflection on self-identity and resilience.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends energetic and atmospheric elements while exploring introspective themes, showcasing strong songwriting and production.
What we noticed
- The first three tracks feature driving rhythms and layered guitar work, establishing a high-energy opening that contrasts with the more subdued fourth track.
- Several songs incorporate atmospheric interludes, such as 'Music Box', which creates a reflective pause in the album's flow.
- The lyrics often explore introspective themes, with shifts in vocal delivery that range from melodic singing to more aggressive styles.
- 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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7/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Significant within its genre. 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
- steady, consistent energy levels
- dynamic emotional journeys
- long, immersive listening sessions
- introspective and contemplative moods
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Experimental — Represents a shift in sound with atmospheric experimentation, diverging from earlier styles.
- Career context
- Released on October 17, 2005, Vheissu marked Thrice's fourth studio album, following their commercially successful record, Artist in the Ambulance. At this point, the band was shifting away from their earlier post-hardcore roots and embracing a more experimental sound, showcasing their growth and artistic ambition.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Brand New· Circa Survive· Deftones
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Image of the Invisible 4:14
- 2 Between the End and Where We Lie 3:56
- 3 The Earth Will Shake 4:29
- 4 Atlantic 4:02
- 5 For Miles 4:27
- 6 Hold Fast Hope 4:01
- 7 Music Box 4:46
- 8 Like Moths to Flame 4:26
- 9 Of Dust and Nations 4:50
- 10 Stand and Feel Your Worth 5:52
- 11 Red Sky 4:17
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