What makes War of Will by Battlecross notable?

The album received positive critical acclaim and helped Battlecross reach new audiences, peaking at number 17 on the Billboard Heatseekers chart. It also marked a significant step in their evolution, contributing to the resurgence of American thrash metal during the early 2010s. War of Will is Battlecross's second studio album, following their 2011 debut, Pursuit of Honor. The band was gaining traction in the metal scene, showcasing their signature blend of melodic death metal and thrash, which further solidified their reputation as prominent figures in the genre.

How many songs are on War of Will?

War of Will has 10 tracks, running approximately 36 minutes.

War of Will

Battlecross · 2013

36 min · 10 tracks · thrash metal

A relentless barrage of aggressive riffs and guttural vocals drives the high-octane energy of melodic thrash metal.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Force Fed Lies — Opening with a fierce intensity, this track sets the tone for the album while addressing themes of disillusionment and societal manipulation.
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My Vaccine — With its infectious chorus and aggressive instrumentation, this song critiques conformity and complacency, resonating deeply within the metal community.
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Wage a War — This track showcases the band's technical prowess and dynamic shifts, embodying the struggle against external and internal battles prevalent in modern society.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

49 /100

Foothills

Higher than 22% of albums we've rated

The album showcases strong compositions and energetic performances but lacks standout cohesion and depth for lasting impact.

What we noticed

The album opens with a fast-paced track that sets a relentless tempo, maintaining high energy through the first half.
Vocals alternate between guttural growls and melodic singing, creating a dynamic contrast throughout the tracks.
Several songs feature intricate guitar solos that break up the aggressive riffs, adding layers to the overall sound.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 6/10
Durability 25% of the score: 5/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 6/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 6/10

Influence 3/10

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.

Tracklist

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

1 Force Fed Lies 3:20
2 Flesh & Bone 3:29
3 Never Coming Back 2:24
4 My Vaccine 4:20
5 Get Over It 4:59
6 Ghost Alive 3:19
7 Wage a War 3:25
8 The Will to Overcome 3:48
9 Beast 3:56
10 Never-Ending Night 3:07

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Rise to Power

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Pursuit of Honor

2011

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