What makes War by Born from Pain notable?

War received positive reviews for its raw intensity and lyrical depth, often being cited as a significant contribution to the European hardcore punk genre. The album's themes of struggle and resistance resonated with fans, helping it achieve notable chart placements and boosting the band's international profile. Released in 2006, War is Born from Pain's fourth studio album, marking their continued evolution within the hardcore punk scene. This record followed their previous release, Sands of Time, showcasing a refinement in their sound while solidifying their presence in the European hardcore community.

War works well if you're into pummeling riffs for cathartic release, fierce energy for workout motivation and intense focus during high-stakes tasks.

How many songs are on War?

War has 12 tracks, running approximately 47 minutes.

Released 20 years ago

War

Born from Pain · 2006

47 min · 12 tracks · hardcore punk

A relentless assault of hardcore punk energy, blending aggressive riffs with urgent lyrical themes of conflict and resilience.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Relentless — This opening track sets the tone for the album with its ferocious tempo and powerful lyrics that encapsulate feelings of defiance and strength against adversity.
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The War Is On — This title track combines epic instrumentation with an anthemic chorus, becoming a rallying cry that embodies the album’s overarching themes of conflict.
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Bury Me Fighting — With its poignant lyrics about perseverance in the face of struggle, this track captures the emotional core of the album while maintaining a fierce musicality.
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Crusader — Blending aggressive rhythms with thought-provoking commentary on societal issues, this track exemplifies Born from Pain's ability to merge music with meaningful messages.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

pummeling riffs for cathartic release
fierce energy for workout motivation
intense focus during high-stakes tasks
resilient themes for personal struggle

Maybe skip if you

seeking soft, mellow sounds
prefering relaxed background music

Where this album fits

Career context: Released in 2006, War is Born from Pain's fourth studio album, marking their continued evolution within the hardcore punk scene. This record followed their previous release, Sands of Time, showcasing a refinement in their sound while solidifying their presence in the European hardcore community.
Stylistic neighbors: Hatebreed· Earth Crisis· Converge

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

1 Relentless 3:40
2 Behind Enemy Lines 3:05
3 Stop at Nothing 2:56
4 Bury Me Fighting 4:45
5 Crusader 3:49
6 Grey Life 3:47
7 The War Is On 6:06
8 Scorched Earth 2:06
9 Eyes of the World 4:06
10 Doomsday Clock 4:24
11 Iron Will 5:22
12 Behind Enemy Lines 3:10

What to play next

Listen next

Survival

2008

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In Love With the End

2005

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