Wild Card
ReVamp · 2013
53 min · 12 tracks · symphonic metal
Intense symphonic arrangements weave through heavy riffs, anchored by powerful vocals that blend emotional depth with theatrical flair.
Top tracks — play these first
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Wild Card — The title track captures the essence of the album with its dynamic shifts and showcases Jansen's vocal range, embodying the fusion of metal and orchestral elements.
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The Anatomy of a Nervous Breakdown: The Limbic System — This track stands out for its psychological exploration through music, blending heavy instrumentals with haunting melodies that mirror the turmoil described in the lyrics.
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Misery's No Crime — With its driving rhythms and passionate lyrics, this song exemplifies the band's ability to intertwine personal struggles with grand musicality, making it relatable and impactful.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album combines intricate compositions with powerful vocals, establishing a strong identity within symphonic metal.
What we noticed
- The album features a recurring thematic structure, with the title track and its variations appearing at key points to unify the narrative.
- Several tracks incorporate orchestral elements that swell dramatically, creating a contrast with the heavy guitar riffs and driving percussion.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 'The Anatomy of a Nervous Breakdown': On the Sideline 3:45
- 2 'The Anatomy of a Nervous Breakdown': The Limbic System 4:54
- 3 Wild Card 4:21
- 4 Precibus 4:24
- 5 Nothing 3:53
- 6 'The Anatomy of a Nervous Breakdown': Neurasthenia 5:06
- 7 Distorted Lullabies 4:58
- 8 Amendatory 4:47
- 9 I Can Become 3:48
- 10 Misery's No Crime 4:03
- 11 Wolf and Dog 5:01
- 12 Sins 4:07
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