Violent Noise
The Word Alive · 2018
43 min · 12 tracks · metalcore
A raw blend of introspective lyrics and aggressive instrumentation that captures the tumultuous emotions of modern life.
Top tracks — play these first
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Red Clouds — The opening track sets the tone with its explosive energy and introspective lyrics, establishing a theme of battling internal demons right from the start.
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I F****d Up — This track confronts feelings of regret and self-reflection through heavy instrumentation that mirrors the lyrical intensity, making it a standout moment on the album.
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Lonely — The closing track encapsulates the album's emotional journey, blending vulnerability with powerful soundscapes that leave a lasting impression on the listener.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends aggressive instrumentation with introspective themes but lacks a strong cohesive flow throughout its runtime.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album features a consistent use of heavy guitar riffs and aggressive drumming, while the second half introduces more melodic elements and introspective lyrics.
- Several tracks incorporate breakdowns that shift the tempo dramatically, creating moments of tension followed by release.
- The vocal delivery alternates between harsh screams and clean singing, often within the same track, emphasizing the emotional contrasts in the lyrics.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- 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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5/10
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- raw emotional intensity throughout
- short tracks for quick bursts
- reflective moments amidst chaos
- cathartic release of frustration
Maybe skip if you
- prefer light, upbeat experiences
- dislike aggressive instrumentation
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in early 2018, Violent Noise is The Word Alive's fourth studio album, following their 2016 release, Dark Matter. At this point, the band was honing their signature sound while exploring deeper themes of personal struggle and identity, moving towards a more mature artistic expression.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Of Mice & Men· We Came as Romans· The Amity Affliction
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Red Clouds 3:53
- 2 Why Am I Like This? 3:13
- 3 Stare At the Sun 3:14
- 4 I F****d Up 3:46
- 5 War Evermore 4:07
- 6 Human 3:51
- 7 I Don't Mind 2:59
- 8 Real Life 3:23
- 9 Lost In the Dark 3:13
- 10 My Enemy 3:29
- 11 Run Away 4:19
- 12 Lonely 3:34
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