We Are the Dead
Antagonist A.D. · 2008
22 min · 10 tracks · punk rock
Raw and aggressive punk anthems collide with introspective lyrics, creating a visceral sound that captures both anger and vulnerability.
Top tracks — play these first
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Wolves & Cowards — This track exemplifies the band's frenetic energy and sharp lyrical wit, addressing themes of betrayal and moral decay with a relentless tempo.
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The Golden Years — With its infectious hooks and reflective lyrics, this song balances aggression with moments of nostalgia, showcasing the band's versatility.
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We Are the Dead — The title track captures the essence of the album's thematic focus on existential despair and societal critique through its driving rhythm and poignant lyrics.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album combines aggressive punk sounds with introspective lyrics, creating a solid yet familiar experience within its genre.
What we noticed
- Several tracks feature abrupt tempo changes, such as transitioning from driving rhythms to slower, introspective sections, enhancing emotional impact.
- Lyrically, the album explores themes of disillusionment and societal critique, often juxtaposing aggressive instrumentation with vulnerable vocal delivery.
- 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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6/10
- 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.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Twelve Twenty Two 2:11
- 2 Wolves & Cowards 2:02
- 3 No Regrets? 1:36
- 4 The Golden Years 2:06
- 5 This Gun 2:29
- 6 Bleached 2:37
- 7 The Twilight Years 2:45
- 8 We Are the Dead 2:00
- 9 Celebrity 2:29
- 10 Misery 2:03
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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