Wars and Rumors of Wars
The Chariot · 2009
30 min · 10 tracks · metalcore
Raucous metalcore energy collides with chaotic introspection, creating a raw and visceral sonic landscape throughout the album.
Top tracks — play these first
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Evolve — This track exemplifies the band's ability to blend frenetic energy with poignant lyrical themes, showcasing their dynamic range and musical evolution.
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Giveth — A standout for its relentless pace and aggressive instrumentation, this track captures the raw intensity that defines much of the album's character.
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Mrs. Montgomery Alabama iii. — The lengthy closer delves into experimental soundscapes while reflecting on personal narratives, offering a stark contrast to the album's earlier aggression.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album's chaotic energy and unconventional structures make it a notable entry in metalcore, though it may not have widespread recognition.
What we noticed
- The album features abrupt tempo shifts, with several tracks transitioning from intense breakdowns to quieter, introspective moments.
- Vocal delivery alternates between harsh screams and melodic passages, creating a dynamic contrast throughout the record.
- Many tracks incorporate unconventional song structures, often eschewing traditional verse-chorus formats in favor of more chaotic arrangements.
- 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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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
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
- short bursts of chaotic energy
- raw emotional catharsis through intensity
- high-energy tracks for workouts
- fast-paced anthems for release
Maybe skip if you
- prefer lengthy, immersive albums
- want smooth melodic transitions
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in early 2009, 'Wars and Rumors of Wars' was The Chariot's third studio album, following their critically acclaimed 'The Fiancée'. By this time, the band had solidified their position in the metalcore scene, pushing boundaries with their intense sound and unorthodox song structures.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Norma Jean· Every Time I Die· The Devil Wears Prada
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Teach: 2:53
- 2 Evolve: 2:59
- 3 Need: 1:55
- 4 Impress. 2:12
- 5 Never I 3:28
- 6 Giveth 3:29
- 7 Abandon. 3:01
- 8 Daggers 3:43
- 9 Oversea 0:44
- 10 Mrs. Montgomery Alabama iii. 6:00
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