What It Is to Burn
Finch · 2002
61 min · 13 tracks · alternative rock · post-hardcore · emo
A dynamic blend of emotive vocals and aggressive instrumentals that captures the essence of early 2000s post-hardcore.
Why this album works
The album was both a commercial success and a critical favorite, peaking at number 24 on the Billboard Heatseekers chart. It has been credited with influencing a wave of emo and post-hardcore bands that followed, solidifying Finch's place in early 2000s rock history.
- Best for
- dynamic emotional journeys long, immersive listening sessions gradual builds and payoffs
- Context
- Released in January 2002, 'What It Is to Burn' marked Finch's debut album, establishing them as key players in the post-hardcore scene. The album came after their initial EP, 'Falling Into Place,' which helped build anticipation for their first full-length release.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Senses Fail· Taking Back Sunday· The Juliana Theory
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 New Beginnings 4:01
- 2 Letters to You Standout 3:19
- 3 Post Script 2:49
- 4 Grey Matter 2:39
- 5 Perfection Through Silence 3:09
- 6 Awake 4:48
- 7 Without You Here 4:10
- 8 Stay With Me 4:02
- 9 Project Mayhem Standout 5:19
- 10 [untitled] 4:13
- 11 Three Simple Words 4:38
- 12 Ender 13:28
- 13 What It Is to Burn Standout 4:29
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