What makes With Ears to See and Eyes to Hear by Sleeping with Sirens notable?

The album gained significant attention within the alternative music scene, peaking at number 7 on the Billboard Heatseekers chart. Its energetic sound and relatable themes contributed to a growing fanbase, paving the way for future successes in the band's career. Additionally, it helped define the sound of pop-punk in the early 2010s. Released on January 1, 2010, With Ears to See and Eyes to Hear was Sleeping with Sirens' debut album. At this point, the band was carving out its identity in the post-hardcore scene, blending melodic hooks with heavier instrumentals. This record laid the groundwork for their subsequent rise in popularity and established their presence in the music community.

Who is With Ears to See and Eyes to Hear for?

With Ears to See and Eyes to Hear works well if you're into steady, consistent energy levels, short, engaging listening sessions and dynamic emotional journeys.

How many songs are on With Ears to See and Eyes to Hear?

With Ears to See and Eyes to Hear has 10 tracks, running approximately 31 minutes.

With Ears to See and Eyes to Hear

Sleeping with Sirens · 2010

31 min · 10 tracks · pop music

Energetic pop-punk melodies collide with emotionally charged lyrics, creating anthems of youthful rebellion and introspection.

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Top tracks — play these first

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If I’m James Dean, You’re Audrey Hepburn — This track exemplifies the band's signature blend of catchy hooks and heartfelt lyrics, setting the tone for the album's exploration of youth and love.
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You Kill Me (In a Good Way) — A standout track that showcases both vocal range and emotional intensity, illustrating the turmoil of attraction and vulnerability.
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Let Love Bleed Red — With its driving rhythm and poignant lyrics about heartbreak, this song captures the essence of youthful angst central to the album's themes.
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With Ears to See, and Eyes to Hear — The title track serves as a powerful anthem for self-awareness and authenticity, encapsulating the overarching message of embracing one's identity.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

43 /100

Lowland

Higher than 2% of albums we've rated

The album effectively blends energetic pop-punk with emotional themes but lacks standout compositions.

What we noticed

The first half of the album features high-energy tracks with fast tempos and layered guitar riffs, while the second half introduces slower, more introspective songs.
Vocals frequently alternate between clean singing and aggressive screams, creating a dynamic contrast throughout the record.
Several tracks incorporate anthemic choruses that invite listener participation, enhancing the sense of youthful rebellion.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
Craft 20% of the score: 6/10
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, consistent energy levels
short, engaging listening sessions
dynamic emotional journeys
catchy hooks and melodies

Where this album fits

Career context: Released on January 1, 2010, With Ears to See and Eyes to Hear was Sleeping with Sirens' debut album. At this point, the band was carving out its identity in the post-hardcore scene, blending melodic hooks with heavier instrumentals. This record laid the groundwork for their subsequent rise in popularity and established their presence in the music community.
Stylistic neighbors: Pierce the Veil· Of Mice & Men· We Came as Romans