We Are the Mess
Electric Callboy · 2014
45 min · 15 tracks · metalcore
A high-energy blend of electronicore and metalcore, infused with humor and chaotic party vibes.
Top tracks — play these first
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We Are the Mess — The title track encapsulates the band's signature style, combining infectious melodies with heavy riffs and humorous lyrics that reflect their playful approach to metal.
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Party at the Horror House — This track stands out with its catchy chorus and lively energy, perfectly illustrating the album's party-centric theme while showcasing the band's ability to blend humor with hard-hitting music.
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Blood Red Lips — With its infectious hooks and driving rhythms, this song highlights the melodic aspect of Electric Callboy's sound while retaining their characteristic heaviness, appealing to both metal and pop audiences.
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Broadway's Gonna Kill Us — This track features a dramatic flair that contrasts with its humorous undertones, exemplifying the band's theatrical style while delivering a commentary on fame and performance.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends humor with energetic metalcore, showcasing a unique sound within its genre.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album features high-energy tracks with rapid tempo changes and electronic elements, while the second half introduces more melodic sections.
- Several songs incorporate humorous lyrics and playful vocal delivery, contrasting with heavier instrumental sections.
- The album includes multiple interludes that serve as transitions between tracks, creating a sense of flow despite the genre's chaotic nature.
- 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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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
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- infectious energy for gatherings
- humorous anthems for celebrations
- steady pacing for active listening
- varied tracks for dynamic moods
- short bursts of excitement
Maybe skip if you
- prefer slower, introspective music
- seek lengthy, immersive pieces
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on January 10, 2014, We Are the Mess was Electric Callboy's first full-length album after their 2013 EP, which showcased their evolving sound. At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their unique blend of comedic elements with heavy music while gaining traction in the European metal scene.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Attack Attack!· I See Stars· Asking Alexandria
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 CSTRP 1:17
- 2 We Are the Mess 3:11
- 3 Party at the Horror House 3:34
- 4 Blood Red Lips 3:36
- 5 Never Let You Know 3:20
- 6 #Elchtransformer 1:21
- 7 Jagger Swagger 3:21
- 8 Ghosts of the Night 3:28
- 9 Final Dance 3:25
- 10 Voodoo Circus 3:14
- 11 Broadway's Gonna Kill Us 3:44
- 12 RXL 0:58
- 13 Never Let You Know (acoustic) 3:29
- 14 We Are the Mess (remix) 3:10
- 15 Is Anyone Up (remix 2014) 4:10
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