Released 10 years ago
Wanderer
Heaven Shall Burn · 2016
149 min · 37 tracks · metalcore
Aggressive riffs collide with melodic interludes, creating a relentless and dynamic soundscape infused with political urgency.
Top tracks — play these first
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Bring the War Home — This track encapsulates the album's thematic core, blending furious instrumentation with lyrics that challenge complacency in the face of global conflict. Its anthemic chorus serves as a rallying cry against apathy.
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They Shall Not Pass — With its powerful breakdowns and urgent lyrics, this song reflects the band's commitment to anti-fascist ideals while delivering an intense listening experience. The relentless energy makes it a standout track.
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Corium — The track features haunting melodies interwoven with aggressive riffs, illustrating the duality of beauty and brutality that defines the band's style. It showcases their ability to convey complex emotions within a heavy framework.
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A River of Crimson — This song offers a more introspective moment on the album, featuring poignant lyrics about loss and despair amidst heavy instrumentation. It adds depth to the overall narrative of the record.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album combines aggressive metalcore with melodic elements and political themes, showcasing strong craftsmanship.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a fast-paced track that features aggressive guitar riffs and harsh vocals, setting a relentless tone.
- Several tracks incorporate melodic interludes that contrast with the heavier sections, creating dynamic shifts in intensity.
- Lyrical themes focus on political issues, often delivered with urgency through shouted vocals, which demand attention from the listener.
- The album includes multiple tracks that revisit earlier motifs, reinforcing its thematic coherence while maintaining energy.
- 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
Known within its scene. 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
- dynamic journey with emotional peaks
- ferocious energy for cathartic release
- intense focus during long sessions
- exploratory listening with varied pacing
- urgent anthems for social critique
Maybe skip if you
- prefer instant gratification tracks
- dislike lengthy complex compositions
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on September 16, 2016, 'Wanderer' is Heaven Shall Burn's seventh studio album, following their acclaimed 'Veto' from 2013. At this point in their career, the band had solidified their status as key players in the melodic death metal and metalcore scenes, consistently evolving their sound while addressing socio-political themes in their music.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Caliban· As I Lay Dying· Killswitch Engage
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Bring the War Home
The shift in perspective where the singer directly addresses societal indifference marks a pivotal turn in the narrative.
By adopting a confrontational tone at this moment, the song effectively challenges listeners to take action rather than remain passive observers.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 The Loss of Fury 2:21
- 2 Bring the War Home 4:20
- 3 Passage of the Crane 3:57
- 4 They Shall Not Pass 5:33
- 5 Downshifter 5:59
- 6 Prey to God 3:08
- 7 Agent Orange 6:08
- 8 My Heart Is My Compass 1:10
- 9 Save Me 4:57
- 10 Corium 5:28
- 11 Extermination Order 3:20
- 12 A River of Crimson 4:48
- 13 The Cry of Mankind 7:35
Disc 2
- 1 Whatever That Hurts 6:02
- 2 Valhalla 5:31
- 3 Black Tears 3:06
- 4 European Super State 4:32
- 5 Straßenkampf 2:02
- 6 Nowhere 2:27
- 7 True Belief 4:31
- 8 Not My God 3:55
- 9 Destroy Fascism 1:55
- 10 Dislocation 3:35
- 11 Auge um Auge 2:52
- 12 Downfall of Christ 3:11
- 13 River Runs Red 1:51
Disc 3
- 1 The Loss of Fury 2:13
- 2 Bring the War Home 4:22
- 3 Passage of the Crane 4:24
- 4 They Shall Not Pass 5:37
- 5 Downshifter 5:57
- 6 Prey to God 3:10
- 7 My Heart Is My Compass 1:08
- 8 Save Me 5:00
- 9 Corium 5:29
- 10 Extermination Order 3:22
- 11 River of Crimson 4:50
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