What does When Legends Rise sound like?

A polished blend of hard rock anthems and introspective ballads, balancing aggression with melodic depth. Rooted in hard rock and alternative metal. Start with "When Legends Rise".

Is When Legends Rise a good place to start with Godsmack?

Yes, When Legends Rise is recommended as a starting point for new Godsmack listeners. A polished blend of hard rock anthems and introspective ballads, balancing aggression with melodic depth. When Legends Rise marks Godsmack's sixth studio album, released after a four-year hiatus following their last project, 1000hp. The band sought to re-establish their sound while exploring new melodic territories, showcasing both their signature heavy instrumentation and more sensitive lyrical themes. This album comes at a stage where the band aimed to engage both long-time fans and a newer audience.

Who is When Legends Rise for?

When Legends Rise works well if you're into steady mid-tempo anthemic flow, uplifting choruses for motivation and introspective moments for reflection.

How many songs are on When Legends Rise?

When Legends Rise has 11 tracks, running approximately 38 minutes.

When Legends Rise

Godsmack · 2018

38 min · 11 tracks · hard rock

A polished blend of hard rock anthems and introspective ballads, balancing aggression with melodic depth.

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Top tracks — play these first

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When Legends Rise Start here — establishes the sonic palette early
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Bulletproof — The driving beat and empowering lyrics convey resilience, making it a standout anthem that showcases the band's heavier side alongside melodic hooks.
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Under Your Scars — This track features vulnerable lyrics paired with a haunting melody, illustrating a softer, more introspective side of the band that resonates deeply with listeners.
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Let It Out — With its catchy chorus and energetic instrumentation, this song encapsulates the album's theme of catharsis and emotional release, appealing to both rock enthusiasts and casual listeners.

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 hard rock anthems with introspective ballads but lacks standout compositions.

What we noticed

The first three tracks are high-energy anthems that set a driving pace, while the fourth track introduces a slower, more introspective ballad.
Several songs feature layered vocal harmonies and guitar solos that create a polished sound, particularly in the choruses.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
Craft 20% of the score: 7/10
Durability 25% of the score: 5/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 5/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 6/10

Influence 4/10

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.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

steady mid-tempo anthemic flow
uplifting choruses for motivation
introspective moments for reflection
for workout playlists

Maybe skip if you

prefer slower, more music
seek experimental or unpredictable sounds

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Breakthrough — Re-established Godsmack's sound and gained significant radio play, enhancing their presence.
Career context: When Legends Rise marks Godsmack's sixth studio album, released after a four-year hiatus following their last project, 1000hp. The band sought to re-establish their sound while exploring new melodic territories, showcasing both their signature heavy instrumentation and more sensitive lyrical themes. This album comes at a stage where the band aimed to engage both long-time fans and a newer audience.
Stylistic neighbors: Disturbed· Seether· Breaking Benjamin