Released 20 years ago
When Silence Is Broken, the Night Is Torn
Eyes Set to Kill · 2006
33 min · 9 tracks · punk rock
Dynamic punk rock energy collides with melodic hooks and emotionally charged lyrics across an intense sonic landscape.
Top tracks — play these first
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This Love You Breathe — This track exemplifies the band's ability to fuse heavy guitar riffs with melodic choruses, setting the tone for their unique sound.
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Young Blood Spills Tonight — The intensity and emotional depth of this song highlight the band's lyrical prowess while maintaining a high-energy punk rock vibe.
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Beauty Through Broken Glass — This track captures a more introspective side of the band, combining haunting melodies with poignant lyrics that resonate deeply.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The EP showcases solid songwriting and energetic performances but lacks the depth for lasting impact.
What we noticed
- The first track serves as an atmospheric intro, leading into a high-energy opener that sets a fast pace for the next three songs.
- The album features alternating vocal styles, with both melodic singing and aggressive screams layered over dynamic instrumentation.
- Several tracks incorporate breakdowns that shift abruptly from melodic sections to heavier riffs, creating a contrast that maintains listener engagement.
- 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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5/10
- 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
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
- wave-like emotional ebb and flow
- powerful vocal interplay moments
- short bursts of intensity
- reflective interludes for pause
- engaging storytelling through songs
Maybe skip if you
- prefer instant gratification tracks
- seek long, uninterrupted sessions
Where this album fits
- Career context
- When Silence Is Broken, the Night Is Torn is Eyes Set to Kill's debut album, released in January 2006. At this stage, the band was establishing their presence in the post-hardcore scene, showcasing a blend of aggressive instrumentation and melodic elements that would define their sound. This album laid the groundwork for their subsequent releases and helped them gain traction within the genre.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Word Alive· We Came as Romans· Tonight Alive
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Liar in the Glass
Self-reflection turns into confrontation as the narrator directly addresses their own flaws.
This choice to break the fourth wall adds a layer of vulnerability that invites listeners into a personal struggle.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Intro 1:58
- 2 This Love You Breathe 4:42
- 3 Liar in the Glass 3:57
- 4 Darling 4:17
- 5 Interlude 2:22
- 6 Young Blood Spills Tonight 4:22
- 7 Bitter Pill 4:58
- 8 Beauty Through Broken Glass 2:34
- 9 Pure White Lace 4:46
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