What the Dead Men Say
Trivium · 2020
46 min · 10 tracks · heavy metal · progressive metal · thrash metal
A powerful blend of intricate melodies and thunderous riffs that push the boundaries of modern metal.
Why this album works
- Best for
- steady, consistent energy levels dynamic emotional journeys intricate melodies and riffs
- Context
- By the time Trivium released 'What the Dead Men Say' in 2020, they were firmly established as leaders in the heavy metal scene, following their previous album 'The Sin and the Sentence' in 2017. This album marked a continuation of their evolution, showcasing a matured sound while retaining their signature intensity and technical prowess.
- If you like
- heavy metal, progressive metal, thrash metal
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What the Dead Men Say is an album by Trivium, released in 2020. A powerful blend of intricate melodies and thunderous riffs that push the boundaries of modern metal. 'What the Dead Men Say' debuted at number 1 on the Billboard Hard Rock Albums chart and received widespread acclaim for its ambitious songwriting and production. The album solidified Trivium's position within the metal genre, influencing both fans and emerging bands alike with its rich blend of melodic elements and aggressive undertones. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does What the Dead Men Say sound like?
A powerful blend of intricate melodies and thunderous riffs that push the boundaries of modern metal. Rooted in heavy metal and progressive metal.
What makes What the Dead Men Say by Trivium notable?
'What the Dead Men Say' debuted at number 1 on the Billboard Hard Rock Albums chart and received widespread acclaim for its ambitious songwriting and production. The album solidified Trivium's position within the metal genre, influencing both fans and emerging bands alike with its rich blend of melodic elements and aggressive undertones. By the time Trivium released 'What the Dead Men Say' in 2020, they were firmly established as leaders in the heavy metal scene, following their previous album 'The Sin and the Sentence' in 2017. This album marked a continuation of their evolution, showcasing a matured sound while retaining their signature intensity and technical prowess.
Who is What the Dead Men Say for?
What the Dead Men Say works well if you're into steady, consistent energy levels, dynamic emotional journeys and intricate melodies and riffs.
How many songs are on What the Dead Men Say?
What the Dead Men Say has 10 tracks, running approximately 46 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 IX 1:58
- 2 What the Dead Men Say Standout 4:45
- 3 Catastrophist Standout 6:28
- 4 Amongst the Shadows & the Stones 5:40
- 5 Bleed Into Me 3:48
- 6 The Defiant 4:29
- 7 Sickness Unto You 6:14
- 8 Scattering the Ashes 3:24
- 9 Bending the Arc to Fear Standout 4:45
- 10 The Ones We Leave Behind 4:56
Release Date
April 24, 2020
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
46 min 31 sec
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