Wallflowers
Jinjer · 2021
47 min · 13 tracks · progressive metal
A dynamic blend of intricate riffs and powerful vocals that push the boundaries of metal and progressive rock.
Top tracks — play these first
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Colossus — This track exemplifies Jinjer's signature sound with its heavy grooves and contrasting melodic sections, showcasing Tatiana Shmayluk's versatile vocal range.
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Vortex — Combining relentless rhythms with thought-provoking lyrics, Vortex captures the band's ability to blend aggression and introspection seamlessly throughout the track.
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Copycat — With its infectious hooks and biting commentary on authenticity, Copycat serves as a standout moment that highlights both lyrical depth and musical complexity.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album features intricate compositions and strong performances but lacks a fully cohesive flow.
What we noticed
- Vocal styles shift dramatically between clean singing and harsh growls within individual songs, creating a dynamic contrast.
- Several tracks incorporate atmospheric interludes that provide a breather before returning to heavier sections, affecting the overall pacing.
- 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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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
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
- steady mid-tempo exploration
- personal themes with intensity
- dynamic grooves for deep focus
- intricate arrangements demand attention
Maybe skip if you
- prefer quick, standalone tracks
- seek light, upbeat energy
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on August 27, 2021, Wallflowers is Jinjer's fourth studio album, following their critically acclaimed 2019 effort Macro. At this point in their career, the band had solidified their presence in the global metal scene, showcasing a refined sound that blends djent and metalcore with progressive elements.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Spiritbox· Architects· Periphery
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Call Me a Symbol 4:20
- 2 Collosus 3:36
- 3 Vortex 4:02
- 4 Disclosure! 3:47
- 5 Copycat 4:23
- 6 Pearls and Swine 5:20
- 7 Sleep of the Righteous 4:32
- 8 Wallflower 4:17
- 9 Dead Hands Feel No Pain 4:09
- 10 As I Boil Ice 4:21
- 11 Mediator 4:29
Disc 2
- 1 Sleep of the Righteous (instrumental demo version)
- 2 As I Boil Ice (instrumental demo version)
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