Warbirds
This Is Hell · 2009
5 min · 5 tracks · hardcore punk
A relentless barrage of aggressive riffs and raw energy that embodies the spirit of hardcore punk.
Top tracks — play these first
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Warbirds — The title track encapsulates the EP's thematic focus on conflict and resilience, driven by intense instrumentation that reflects the emotional weight of the lyrics.
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Worship Syndrome — This track highlights a frenetic pace combined with sharp social commentary, making it a standout example of This Is Hell's ability to blend aggression with thought-provoking content.
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Crazy but Not Insane — With its dynamic shifts and catchy hooks, this song illustrates the band's knack for crafting memorable anthems while maintaining their hardcore roots.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The EP delivers relentless energy and solid songwriting but doesn't significantly innovate within its genre.
What we noticed
- The first track opens with a fast-paced riff that sets a high-energy tone, which is maintained throughout the EP.
- Each song features aggressive vocal delivery paired with heavy guitar distortion, creating a consistent sonic intensity.
- The final track slows down slightly in tempo compared to the others, providing a moment of contrast before the EP concludes.
- 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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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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5/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Little footprint beyond its audience. 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
- short bursts of raw energy
- for intense workouts
- aggressive riffs for catharsis
- high-octane adrenaline rush
Maybe skip if you
- prefer mellow, soothing sounds
- seek lengthy, immersive albums
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in early 2009, Warbirds is This Is Hell's third EP, following their 2006 album, Misfortunes. At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their presence in the hardcore punk scene while expanding their sound and lyrical themes.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Converge· H2O· Shai Hulud
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The Search 2:30
- 2 Warbirds
- 3 Worship Syndrome 2:38
- 4 Crazy but Not Insane
- 5 Never Tear Us Apart
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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