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Welcome Home

Hellyeah · 2019

36 min · 11 tracks · alternative metal

A thunderous blend of groove metal and alternative soundscapes that encapsulates raw emotion and power.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Welcome Home — The title track serves as an emotional centerpiece, blending heavy riffs with heartfelt lyrics that pay tribute to loss while celebrating resilience.
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    Oh My God — This track stands out with its aggressive energy and introspective lyrics, capturing the band's signature sound while exploring themes of struggle and perseverance.
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    Black Flag Army — With its anthemic chorus and driving rhythm, this song embodies the spirit of unity and defiance, resonating deeply with fans of the metal genre.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

46 /100
Foothills
Higher than 10% of albums we've rated

The album blends aggressive and melodic elements effectively but lacks standout compositions or cohesion.

What we noticed

  • The first half of the album maintains a high energy level with aggressive guitar riffs and driving rhythms, while the second half introduces more melodic elements and slower tempos.
  • Several tracks feature dynamic shifts, alternating between heavy verses and more introspective choruses, creating a contrast that emphasizes emotional weight.
Composition 25% of the score
6/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
7/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
5/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
5/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
6/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 2/10

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

  • steady energy for focused listening
  • emotionally charged sing-along moments
  • short tracks for quick sessions
  • invigorating sound for workouts

Maybe skip if you

  • prefer lengthy immersive experiences
  • dislike raw, aggressive vibes

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on January 1, 2019, 'Welcome Home' is Hellyeah's sixth studio album, following their 2016 release 'Unden!able'. This album came during a period of reflection for the band after the passing of drummer Vinnie Paul, marking a poignant chapter in their evolution as they navigated grief and creativity.
Stylistic neighbors
Mudvayne· Stone Sour· Five Finger Death Punch

Tracklist

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

  • 1 333 3:17
  • 2 Oh My God 4:14
  • 3 Welcome Home 4:35
  • 4 I’m the One 3:14
  • 5 Black Flag Army 3:12
  • 6 At Wick’s End 4:00
  • 7 Perfect 3:22
  • 8 Bury You 3:18
  • 9 Boy 3:12
  • 10 Skyy and Water 3:27
  • 11 Irreplaceable 0:53

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